RG41 5JL is a safe, established residential area on Barley Gardens, 0.4km from Winnersh in Winnersh. Administratively it sits within Winnersh ward and the Wokingham constituency.
For families considering a move, RG41 5JL represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £426k, down 81.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RG41 5JL are sourced from Output Area E00084288 (shared with 57 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARLEY GARDENS, RG41 5JL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARLEY GARDENS, RG41 5JL.
516
42
£ 72,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG41 5JL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. RG41 5JL's 66% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £426k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 81.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG41 5JL. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 115,000
3 sales · Mean £ 115,833
Semi-Detached
£ 394,000
2 sales · Mean £ 394,000
Detached
£ 643,000
3 sales · Mean £ 669,333
Terraced
£ 417,500
2 sales · Mean £ 417,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG41 5JL has low crime rates — 16 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
The Forest School
Winnersh Primary School
Wheatfield Primary School
Bearwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Winnersh Convenience Store0.7 km
- Best One0.3 km
- Wickes0.9 km
- Zotta Deli0.6 km
- A Bit Of Stick1.0 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- The Coffee House1.0 km
- Baxter Storey at Agilent Technolgies0.4 km
- Cafe@60.3 km
- Crowne Plaza Reading East0.4 km
- Eurest Services at Rockwell Collins0.4 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Ltd1.0 km
- Tudor Place Guest House0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Rangamati0.4 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.7 km
- Winnersh Chinese Take Away0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Pheasant Inn1.0 km
- The Wheelwrights Arms1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winnersh Station0.4 km
- Winnersh0.6 km
- Winnersh Triangle1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Arbor Lane0.2 km
- Arbor Lane0.3 km
- Baslow Road0.3 km
- Hunters Court0.3 km
- Bearwood Path0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG415JL · Data under Open Government Licence