Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

WILDWOOD CLOSE, RG5 3BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILDWOOD CLOSE, RG5 3BY.

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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 3BY 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

RG5 3BY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £830k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £830k 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 3BY is a sought-after residential area on Wildwood Close, 0.7km from Butts Hill in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Sonning ward and the Maidenhead constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG5, RG5 3BY offers 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £830k. 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 3BY 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 3BY. 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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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 693,000

2 sales · Mean £ 693,000

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

RG5 3BY has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour4
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.3 km
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Sonning Church of England Primary School

Good204 pupils0.9 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils1.1 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils1.1 km
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Willow Bank Infant School

Good178 pupils1.1 km
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Willow Bank Junior School

Good242 pupils1.1 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils1.1 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.6 km
  • Strawberry Local0.7 km
  • Sonning Cutting SF Connect (food)0.8 km
  • Wenzels The Bakers0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bowling Pavilion0.8 km
  • Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.5 km
  • Sonning Golf Club Ltd0.8 km
  • Berkshire County Sports Club0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Brown Bag0.9 km
  • Gather & Gather @ CH&CO Catering Ltd0.9 km
  • Woodford Park Leisure Centre0.8 km
  • Namaste Momo0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Terry Ling's0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley2.3 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.9 km
  • Twyford3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Warren Road0.3 km
  • Sonning Lane0.3 km
  • Warren Road0.3 km
  • Sonning Lane0.3 km
  • Sonning Lane0.3 km