RG45 6AJ is a sought-after residential area on Shepherds Way, 1.3km from Soldiers Rise in Crowthorne. Administratively it sits within Wokingham Without ward and the Bracknell constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG45, RG45 6AJ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 £591k. 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 RG45 6AJ are sourced from Output Area E00084301 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHEPHERDS WAY, RG45 6AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEPHERDS WAY, RG45 6AJ.
269
51
£ 78,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG45 6AJ 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.
Area Character
RG45 6AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £591k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG45 6AJ. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 515,000
1 sales · Mean £ 515,000
Detached
£ 605,000
6 sales · Mean £ 585,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG45 6AJ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
New Scotland Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Crowthorne News (UK) Ltd0.3 km
- Dukes Pharmacy0.3 km
- Dukes Ride Food & Wine0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- East Berkshire Golf Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Cumin Garden0.3 km
- The Hive Craft Beer and Coffee Shop0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Good Food Deli Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crowthorne0.2 km
- Sandhurst2.7 km
- Wokingham5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Crowthorne Rail Station0.2 km
- Crowthorne Rail Station0.2 km
- Crowthorne Rail Station0.2 km
- Crowthorne Station0.3 km
- Crowthorne Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG456AJ · Data under Open Government Licence