Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG7 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG7 1AS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

392

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 72,000 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG7 1AS 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.

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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG7 1AS combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£722k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £722k 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

RG7 1AS is a sought-after residential area on Basingstoke Road, 0.3km from Three Mile Cross in Spencers Wood and Three Mile Cross. Administratively it sits within Shinfield South ward and the Wokingham constituency.

For serious buyers, RG7 1AS 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 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £722k. 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 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00188346 (shared with 13 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 RG7 1AS. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.8%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean4.8%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 887,500

2 sales · Mean £ 887,500

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

3 sales · Mean £ 453,333

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

RG7 1AS has low crime rates — 20 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 behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Oakbank

Requires Improvement516 pupils0.6 km
P

Alder Grove Church of England Primary School

144 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Budgens0.3 km
  • Greggs @ MFG Swallowfield1.0 km
  • MFG Swallowfield1.0 km
  • Three Mile Cross Post Office & Stores0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Miah's Restaurant0.8 km
  • St Michael's Café0.4 km
  • Donna's Catering Ltd0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Farriers Arms0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mortimer5.6 km
  • Reading5.7 km
  • Earley5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Three Mile Cross Post Office0.1 km
  • Three Mile Cross Post Office0.2 km
  • Sevenoaks Drive0.3 km
  • Sevenoaks Drive0.3 km
  • Mereoak Lane Turn0.5 km