Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

WESTERN AVENUE, RG5 3BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERN AVENUE, RG5 3BJ.

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Population

485

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG5 3BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG5 3BJ's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £705k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £705k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 16.5% year-on-year.

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

RG5 3BJ is a sought-after residential area on Western Avenue, 0.7km from Martin's Corner in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Sonning ward and the Maidenhead constituency.

For serious buyers, RG5 3BJ is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £705k, up 16.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for RG5 3BJ are sourced from Output Area E00084210 (shared with 10 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 RG5 3BJ. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.2%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 705,000

5 sales · Mean £ 637,800

Detached

£ 450,000

1 sales · Mean £ 450,000

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

RG5 3BJ has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences37
Criminal damage and arson6
Anti-social behaviour4
Drugs4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.1 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils0.8 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils0.8 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils0.8 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils0.8 km
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Highwood Primary School

Good474 pupils0.9 km
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Willow Bank Junior School

Good242 pupils1.0 km
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Willow Bank Infant School

Good178 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Papa John's0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Terry Ling's0.9 km
  • Hong Kong0.6 km
  • Maya's Treats Ltd0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Boots (UK) Ltd0.6 km
  • HK Superstore Ltd0.6 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.7 km
  • Wine Rack0.9 km
  • Woodley News0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Bowling Pavilion0.5 km
  • Bull & Chequers1.0 km
  • Goals Soccer Centre0.8 km
  • Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.6 km
  • The Chequers0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Adda Hut0.6 km
  • Bosco Lounge0.6 km
  • Brown Bag0.6 km
  • Coffee #10.7 km
  • Crumbs0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.7 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd.0.6 km
  • Waitrose0.7 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley2.0 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.5 km
  • Twyford3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Western Avenue - Reading Road0.1 km
  • Warren Road0.1 km
  • Western Avenue - Reading Road0.2 km
  • Western Avenue - Reading Road0.2 km
  • Warren Road0.2 km