Postcode Analysis West Berkshire, South East

THE CLOSE, RG18 0RX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CLOSE, RG18 0RX.

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

352

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 70,300 /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: RG18 0RX 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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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 38% social renting, RG18 0RX is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £117,500 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG18 0RX is a safe, established residential area on The Close, 0.0km from Hampstead Norreys in Hampstead Norreys. Administratively it sits within Ridgeway ward and the Newbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, RG18 0RX is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for RG18 0RX are sourced from Output Area E00082268 (shared with 21 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 RG18 0RX. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 192,000

3 sales · Mean £ 168,500

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

RG18 0RX has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary7
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Hampstead Norreys C.E. Primary School

Good86 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • White Hart, The0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Goring & Streatley8.6 km
  • Thatcham10.1 km
  • Pangbourne10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Water Street0.0 km
  • Hampstead Norreys Primary School0.1 km
  • St Mary the Virgin Church0.2 km
  • St Mary the Virgin Church0.2 km
  • Old Railway Bridge0.2 km