RG41 1AY is a sought-after residential area on Skinner Drive, 0.5km from Emmbrook in Wokingham. Administratively it sits within Emmbrook ward and the Wokingham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG41, RG41 1AY offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The predominance of young residents (average age 27) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wokingham. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 RG41 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00188350 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SKINNER DRIVE, RG41 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKINNER DRIVE, RG41 1AY.
360
27
£ 73,000 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG41 1AY 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. RG41 1AY's low deprivation rank, 57% ownership, and £155k 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 RG41 1AY. The average age is 27.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A notably young demographic. The local population leans heavily toward young adults in their early-to-mid twenties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 278,000
8 sales · Mean £ 247,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG41 1AY has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Cecilia's CofE Primary School
Emmbrook Infant School
Emmbrook Junior School
The Emmbrook School
The Holt School
St Paul's CofE Junior School
Windmill Primary School
Walter Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Co-operative Food0.2 km
- Shell Little Waitrose Winnersh0.9 km
- ARC Gym0.9 km
- Embrook Post Office/Onestop0.8 km
- Emmbrook Food & Wine0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- The Cantley House Hotel0.9 km
- Village Curry0.3 km
- Monkey Mates0.7 km
- Cantley Park Cafe0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Emmbrook Inn0.6 km
- The Rifle Volunteer0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- It's Pizza Time0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wokingham1.6 km
- Winnersh Station2.2 km
- Winnersh2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Toutley Road0.0 km
- Queens Road0.3 km
- Dog and Duck0.3 km
- Dog and Duck0.3 km
- Matthewsgreen Farm0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG411AY · Data under Open Government Licence