Postcode Analysis West Berkshire, South East

WATER STREET, RG18 0SB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATER STREET, RG18 0SB.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

42

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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 0SB 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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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

RG18 0SB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £428k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 10.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG18 0SB is a safe, established residential area on Water Street, 0.1km from Hampstead Norreys in Hampstead Norreys. Administratively it sits within Ridgeway ward and the Newbury constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG18, RG18 0SB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £428k, up 10.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RG18 0SB are sourced from Output Area E00082267 (shared with 28 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 0SB. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 430,000

2 sales · Mean £ 430,000

Terraced

£ 427,000

4 sales · Mean £ 436,750

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

RG18 0SB has low crime rates — 18 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.

Burglary5
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Hampstead Norreys C.E. Primary School

Good86 pupils0.2 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • White Hart, The0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Goring & Streatley8.5 km
  • Thatcham10.2 km
  • Pangbourne10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Water Street0.1 km
  • Water Street0.1 km
  • Hampstead Norreys Primary School0.2 km
  • St Mary the Virgin Church0.3 km
  • St Mary the Virgin Church0.3 km