Postcode Analysis Bracknell Forest, South East

RG42 1GG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG42 1GG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

326

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: RG42 1GG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. RG42 1GG's 67% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG42 1GG is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Priestwood in Bracknell. Administratively it sits within Priestwood and Garth ward and the Bracknell constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RG42 1GG are sourced from Output Area E00082058 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG42 1GG. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.8%
Asian / British Asian6.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

RG42 1GG has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences78
Shoplifting54
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson17
Other theft17

school Local Schools

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Meadow Vale Primary School

Good627 pupils0.3 km
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Kennel Lane School

Good198 pupils0.8 km
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Garth Hill College

Good1498 pupils1.0 km
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King's Academy Binfield

Good781 pupils1.0 km
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Sandy Lane Primary School

Good1.2 km
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Warfield Church of England Primary School

Good474 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd At Solera0.6 km
  • Koh-I-Noor0.0 km
  • Smooth Bru0.9 km
  • Baxter Storey at Honeywell0.8 km
  • Absolutely Fitness0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Spar0.3 km
  • Wickes0.7 km
  • BP Bracknell SF Connect0.5 km
  • Homebase Ltd0.5 km
  • Jewsons0.9 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Admirals Inn Guest House0.2 km
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Admiral Cunningham0.1 km
  • The Bridge House0.5 km
  • Weather Vane / Brewers Fayre0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Heist Pizza1.0 km
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • Pizza World/Charcoal Grill0.0 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
  • Waitrose0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bracknell1.3 km
  • Martins Heron3.5 km
  • Wokingham5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Priestwood Shops0.1 km
  • Priestwood Shops0.1 km
  • Meadow Way0.2 km
  • Hawthorn Close0.2 km
  • Limerick Close0.2 km