Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

BARRACKS LANE, RG7 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRACKS LANE, RG7 1BB.

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Population

202

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 72,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG7 1BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG7 1BB combines high owner-occupation (58%), strong property values (£595k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £595k 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 1BB is a sought-after residential area on Barracks Lane, 0.5km from Spencer's Wood in Spencers Wood and Three Mile Cross. Administratively it sits within Swallowfield ward and the Wokingham constituency.

For families considering a move, RG7 1BB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £595k.

Census 2021 statistics for RG7 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00167036 (shared with 11 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 1BB. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.2%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 595,000

1 sales · Mean £ 595,000

Detached

£ 695,000

1 sales · Mean £ 695,000

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

RG7 1BB has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour26
Violence and sexual offences23
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Lambs Lane Primary School

Good207 pupils0.7 km
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Oakbank

Requires Improvement516 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Jacksons Service & Sales Ltd0.3 km
  • Warings Master Bakers Ltd0.2 km
  • One Stop0.2 km
  • Spencerswood Stores0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Farriers Arms0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Miah's Restaurant0.4 km
  • St Michael's Café0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mortimer5.0 km
  • Earley6.6 km
  • Reading6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Hyde End Road0.2 km
  • Hyde End Road0.2 km
  • The Square0.2 km