Postcode Analysis Bracknell Forest, South East

FOREST ROAD, RG42 7NP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST ROAD, RG42 7NP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

149

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 57,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG42 7NP 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG42 7NP combines high owner-occupation (73%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

RG42 7NP is a sought-after residential area on Forest Road, 1.0km from Winkfield Row in Winkfield. Administratively it sits within Winkfield and Cranbourne ward and the Windsor constituency.

For serious buyers, RG42 7NP is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% 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. 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 7NP are sourced from Output Area E00082117 (shared with 22 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 7NP. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

RG42 7NP has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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Winkfield St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good191 pupils0.6 km
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Ascot Heath Primary School

Outstanding389 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Row Farm Shop0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Winkfield Club0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Don Beni0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Martins Heron3.0 km
  • Ascot3.2 km
  • Bracknell4.0 km