Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

RYECROFT CLOSE, RG5 3BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYECROFT CLOSE, RG5 3BP.

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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 3BP 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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG5 3BP combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£605k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £605k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

RG5 3BP is a sought-after residential area on Ryecroft Close, 0.4km from Butts Hill in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Sonning ward and the Maidenhead constituency.

For serious buyers, RG5 3BP is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 £605k. 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 3BP 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 3BP. 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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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 600,000

3 sales · Mean £ 578,333

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

RG5 3BP 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 offences25
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary4
Vehicle crime4
Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

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St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.3 km
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Willow Bank Infant School

Good178 pupils0.8 km
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Willow Bank Junior School

Good242 pupils0.8 km
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Sonning Church of England Primary School

Good204 pupils0.8 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils1.1 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils1.1 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils1.3 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Boots (UK) Ltd1.0 km
  • HK Superstore Ltd1.0 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.9 km
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Brecon Food & Wine0.9 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bowling Pavilion0.6 km
  • Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.8 km
  • Redingensians Sports Club Ltd1.0 km
  • Sonning Golf Club Ltd0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Bosco Lounge1.0 km
  • Brown Bag0.9 km
  • Crumbs1.0 km
  • Red Rose1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd.0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Hong Kong1.0 km
  • Want Want0.9 km
  • Maya's Treats Ltd1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley2.4 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.9 km
  • Twyford3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Ryecroft Close0.1 km
  • Ryecroft Close0.1 km
  • Warren Road0.3 km
  • Butts Hill Bridge0.3 km
  • Butts Hill Bridge0.3 km