RG42 4BZ is a sought-after residential area on Forest Road, 0.5km from Emmets Nest in Binfield. Administratively it sits within Binfield with Warfield ward and the Windsor constituency.
For serious buyers, RG42 4BZ is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k. 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 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00188459 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOREST ROAD, RG42 4BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST ROAD, RG42 4BZ.
397
39
£ 75,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG42 4BZ 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. RG42 4BZ's low deprivation rank, 78% ownership, and £675k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £675k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG42 4BZ. The average age is 39.2. 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
£ 675,000
1 sales · Mean £ 675,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG42 4BZ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Binfield Church of England Primary School
King's Academy Binfield
Meadow Vale Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Stag and Hounds0.0 km
- Binfield Social Club1.0 km
- Victoria Arms0.6 km
- Binfield Cricket Club1.0 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- Binfield Village Stores0.6 km
- Oakmede Bakery0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Daruchini Brasserie0.8 km
- Daphne's Dining Ltd0.6 km
- Amir Restaurant0.6 km
- The Foxes' Den Cafe CIC0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.5 km
- The Co-Operative Group0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Queen of Cooking0.6 km
- Binfield Kitchen0.6 km
- The Big Thumb0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bracknell3.0 km
- Wokingham4.8 km
- Martins Heron5.2 km
Bus Stops
- York Road0.2 km
- York Road0.2 km
- Stag & Hounds0.3 km
- Stag & Hounds0.3 km
- Rose Hill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RG424BZ · Data under Open Government Licence