RG19 3LA is a sought-after residential area on Bodmin Close, 0.7km from Thatcham in Thatcham. Administratively it sits within Thatcham Central ward and the Newbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG19, RG19 3LA offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £346k. 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 RG19 3LA are sourced from Output Area E00082496 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BODMIN CLOSE, RG19 3LA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BODMIN CLOSE, RG19 3LA.
266
41
£ 56,000 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG19 3LA 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG19 3LA's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £346k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG19 3LA. The average age is 40.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 312,000
9 sales · Mean £ 315,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG19 3LA has low crime rates — 12 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
Spurcroft Primary School
Parsons Down Junior School
Parsons Down Infant School
Thatcham Park CofE Primary
Kennet School
Whitelands Park Primary School
Francis Baily Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- B D Crayden0.7 km
- Vanillo0.6 km
- Thatcham Community Market0.6 km
- Cook & Butcher0.6 km
- Indulgent Baker by Warings,The0.7 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Bella Vita0.7 km
- Pop Inn Cafe0.6 km
- Thatcham Tandoori0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Jade Cottage Restaurant & Kings Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Baguette de France0.6 km
- Papadom Indian Takeaway0.7 km
- Pizza House0.7 km
- Ali Baba0.5 km
- Crown Mead Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Paggies Bar0.7 km
- Crickets0.7 km
- White Hart, The0.7 km
- Old Chequers, The0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Operative Food Store, The0.6 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thatcham1.5 km
- Newbury Racecourse3.1 km
- Newbury Station4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Nevil Court0.2 km
- Nevil Court0.2 km
- Wenlock Way0.3 km
- Wenlock Way0.3 km
- Glebelands0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RG193LA · Data under Open Government Licence