RG7 1AP is a sought-after residential area on Basingstoke Road, 0.6km from Spencer's Wood in Spencers Wood and Three Mile Cross. Administratively it sits within Shinfield South ward and the Wokingham constituency.
For serious buyers, RG7 1AP is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £608k, up 16.6% 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 RG7 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00188412 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG7 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG7 1AP.
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30
£ 72,000 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG7 1AP 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
RG7 1AP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £608k, 74% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £608k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 16.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG7 1AP. The average age is 30.3. 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
£ 630,000
7 sales · Mean £ 664,285
Semi-Detached
£ 430,000
7 sales · Mean £ 464,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
RG7 1AP has low crime rates — 14 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
Oakbank
Alder Grove Church of England Primary School
Lambs Lane Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Budgens0.7 km
- Greggs @ MFG Swallowfield0.9 km
- MFG Swallowfield0.9 km
- One Stop1.0 km
- Three Mile Cross Post Office & Stores0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Miah's Restaurant0.5 km
- St Michael's Café0.0 km
- Donna's Catering Ltd0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Farriers Arms0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mortimer5.4 km
- Earley5.9 km
- Reading6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Sevenoaks Drive0.1 km
- Sevenoaks Drive0.1 km
- St Michaels Hall0.2 km
- Clares Green Road0.3 km
- Clares Green Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG71AP · Data under Open Government Licence