RG42 1FL is a sought-after residential area on Simmonds Close, 0.3km from Farleywood in Bracknell. Administratively it sits within Binfield with Warfield ward and the Windsor constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG42, RG42 1FL offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k, up 10.0% year-on-year. 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 RG42 1FL are sourced from Output Area E00081804 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SIMMONDS CLOSE, RG42 1FL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SIMMONDS CLOSE, RG42 1FL.
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£ 75,800 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG42 1FL 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG42 1FL's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £239k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 10.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG42 1FL. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 185,500
28 sales · Mean £ 186,587
Terraced
£ 310,000
15 sales · Mean £ 315,866
Semi-Detached
£ 299,125
2 sales · Mean £ 299,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG42 1FL has low crime rates — 27 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
King's Academy Binfield
Meadow Vale Primary School
King's Academy Oakwood
Binfield Church of England Primary School
Kennel Lane School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Laithwaites Wine1.0 km
- McColls0.8 km
- Wickes0.9 km
- BP Bracknell SF Connect0.8 km
- Homebase Ltd0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Cafe Express0.6 km
- Elior Catering at 3M0.4 km
- Express Cafe0.6 km
- Maxis 2 Cafe0.2 km
- Partners Dining Room Waitrose Jubilee House1.0 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Bracknell Burger Van0.7 km
- Chef2table Limited0.6 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- Pizza World/Charcoal Grill0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Admirals Inn Guest House1.0 km
- Fines Bayliwick Hotel0.6 km
- Travelodge0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Admiral Cunningham0.8 km
- The Bridge House0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bracknell1.7 km
- Martins Heron4.0 km
- Wokingham4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cain Road0.0 km
- Cain Road0.1 km
- Rounds Hill0.2 km
- Farley Moor Lake0.2 km
- Longmoors0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG421FL · Data under Open Government Licence