Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

HANWOOD CLOSE, RG5 3AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANWOOD CLOSE, RG5 3AB.

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Population

396

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG5 3AB 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.

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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG5 3AB combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£371k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 3.4% year-on-year.

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

RG5 3AB is a sought-after residential area on Hanwood Close, 1.1km from Butts Hill in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Sonning ward and the Maidenhead constituency.

For serious buyers, RG5 3AB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £371k, up 3.4% 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 RG5 3AB are sourced from Output Area E00084212 (shared with 7 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 RG5 3AB. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British76.1%
Asian / British Asian9.9%
Black / African / Caribbean8.1%
Other / Mixed5.8%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 320,000

30 sales · Mean £ 329,850

Semi-Detached

£ 378,000

2 sales · Mean £ 378,000

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

RG5 3AB has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Shoplifting9
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.6 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils0.8 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils0.8 km
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Highwood Primary School

Good474 pupils1.0 km
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Sonning Church of England Primary School

Good204 pupils1.2 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils1.2 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils1.2 km
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Willow Bank Junior School

Good242 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.2 km
  • Strawberry Local0.5 km
  • Sonning Cutting SF Connect (food)0.4 km
  • Wenzels The Bakers0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bowling Pavilion1.0 km
  • Earley Home Guard Club0.9 km
  • Goals Soccer Centre0.8 km
  • Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Gather & Gather @ CH&CO Catering Ltd0.7 km
  • Woodford Park Leisure Centre1.0 km
  • Eurest at Huawei0.9 km
  • Namaste Momo0.5 km
  • Bartllet Mitchell Ltd @ Microsoft0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Terry Ling's0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley2.1 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.9 km
  • Reading Station3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Hanwood Close0.2 km
  • Hanwood Close0.2 km
  • Howth Drive Top0.2 km
  • Howth Drive Top0.3 km
  • Howth Drive Top0.3 km