RG5 4EA is a sought-after residential area on Vauxhall Drive, 0.5km from Wheeler's Green in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Bulmershe and Whitegates ward and the Reading East constituency.
For serious buyers, RG5 4EA is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 69% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wokingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £525k. 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 4EA are sourced from Output Area E00188437 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VAUXHALL DRIVE, RG5 4EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VAUXHALL DRIVE, RG5 4EA.
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£ 49,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG5 4EA 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG5 4EA combines high owner-occupation (69%), strong property values (£525k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG5 4EA. The average age is 33.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 497,500
2 sales · Mean £ 497,500
Terraced
£ 354,000
1 sales · Mean £ 354,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG5 4EA has low crime rates — 13 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.
school Local Schools
Rivermead Primary School
Beechwood Primary School
The Ambleside Centre
Woodley CofE Primary School
South Lake Primary School
Willow Bank Infant School
Willow Bank Junior School
St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- McColls0.8 km
- Londis0.4 km
- Maya's Refillables Ltd0.4 km
- Delimobile0.7 km
- Boots (UK) Ltd0.8 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Good Companions0.6 km
- Bowling Pavilion0.9 km
- Bull & Chequers0.6 km
- The Chequers0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- La De Kitchen0.7 km
- Red Rose0.5 km
- Jalpari of Woodley0.8 km
- Adda Hut0.8 km
- Bosco Lounge0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Hong Kong0.8 km
- Salt & Vinegar Fish & Chips0.6 km
- Papa John's0.7 km
- Pizza Hut Delivery0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods0.7 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd.0.7 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winnersh Triangle1.4 km
- Earley1.8 km
- Winnersh Station2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Chapel Hall0.1 km
- Chapel Hall0.1 km
- Chapel Hall0.2 km
- Austin Road0.2 km
- Austin Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG54EA · Data under Open Government Licence