Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

SKINNER DRIVE, RG41 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKINNER DRIVE, RG41 1AY.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 73,000 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British63.8%
Asian / British Asian24.0%
Black / African / Caribbean6.7%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences42
Public order14
Shoplifting14
Anti-social behaviour11
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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St Cecilia's CofE Primary School

0.3 km
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Emmbrook Infant School

Outstanding183 pupils0.4 km
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Emmbrook Junior School

Good254 pupils0.4 km
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The Emmbrook School

Good1118 pupils0.5 km
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The Holt School

Outstanding1426 pupils1.0 km
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St Paul's CofE Junior School

Outstanding383 pupils1.2 km
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Windmill Primary School

Good199 pupils1.4 km
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Walter Infant School

Outstanding303 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • The Cantley House Hotel0.9 km
  • Village Curry0.3 km
  • Monkey Mates0.7 km
  • Cantley Park Cafe0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Emmbrook Inn0.6 km
  • The Rifle Volunteer0.8 km
fastfood

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