Postcode Analysis Bracknell Forest, South East

CRESSEX CLOSE, RG42 4DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESSEX CLOSE, RG42 4DR.

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Population

454

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 75,800 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG42 4DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10
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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

RG42 4DR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £477k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 96.4% year-on-year.

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

RG42 4DR is a sought-after residential area on Cressex Close, 0.2km from Emmets Nest in Binfield. Administratively it sits within Binfield with Warfield ward and the Windsor constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG42, RG42 4DR offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £477k, up 96.4% 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 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00188334 (shared with 48 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 RG42 4DR. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.1%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean9.4%
Other / Mixed5.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 740,000

5 sales · Mean £ 693,000

Flat

£ 239,500

12 sales · Mean £ 238,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

RG42 4DR has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour7
Vehicle crime6
Public order4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Binfield Church of England Primary School

Good414 pupils0.3 km
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King's Academy Binfield

Good781 pupils0.9 km
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King's Academy Oakwood

142 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Stag and Hounds0.6 km
  • Binfield Cricket Club0.5 km
  • Binfield Social Club0.5 km
  • Victoria Arms0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Daphne's Dining Ltd0.1 km
  • Amir Restaurant0.2 km
  • The Foxes' Den Cafe CIC0.3 km
  • Daruchini Brasserie0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Binfield Village Stores0.6 km
  • Oakmede Bakery0.2 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Group0.2 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Binfield Kitchen0.3 km
  • The Big Thumb0.1 km
  • Queen of Cooking0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bracknell3.1 km
  • Wokingham4.3 km
  • Martins Heron5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Binfield Crossroads0.2 km
  • Binfield Crossroads0.2 km
  • Rose Hill0.2 km
  • Binfield Crossroads0.3 km
  • Roebuck Estate0.4 km