Is RG42 5PL a safe place to live?

Yes, RG42 5PL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of RG42 5PL?

The population for the RG42 5PL area is approximately 448 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bracknell Forest, South East

RG42 5PL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG42 5PL.

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Population

448

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 75,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG42 5PL 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.

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9/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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9/10

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4/10

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6/10

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10/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. RG42 5PL's 64% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG42 5PL is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Billingbear in Binfield. Administratively it sits within Binfield with Warfield ward and the Windsor constituency.

For serious buyers, RG42 5PL is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RG42 5PL are sourced from Output Area E00081797 (shared with 51 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 5PL. 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

White / British91.7%

Asian / British Asian3.6%

Black / African / Caribbean1.6%

Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

RG42 5PL has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2

school Local Schools

Binfield Church of England Primary School

Good414 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Victoria Arms0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Binfield Village Stores0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bracknell4.2 km
Wokingham4.9 km
Winnersh Station6.1 km