Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

BADGERS RISE, RG5 3AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BADGERS RISE, RG5 3AJ.

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Population

485

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG5 3AJ 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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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

RG5 3AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £401k, 84% 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 2.8% year-on-year.

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

RG5 3AJ is a sought-after residential area on Badgers Rise, 0.6km from Butts Hill in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Sonning ward and the Maidenhead constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG5, RG5 3AJ offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £401k, up 2.8% 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 3AJ are sourced from Output Area E00084210 (shared with 10 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 3AJ. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.2%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 406,000

13 sales · Mean £ 396,346

Flat

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

Semi-Detached

£ 362,500

2 sales · Mean £ 362,500

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

RG5 3AJ has low crime rates — 8 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 offences19
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2
Robbery1

school Local Schools

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St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.3 km
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Sonning Church of England Primary School

Good204 pupils0.9 km
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Willow Bank Junior School

Good242 pupils0.9 km
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Willow Bank Infant School

Good178 pupils0.9 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils1.1 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils1.1 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils1.1 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Papa John's1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Terry Ling's1.0 km
  • Hong Kong1.0 km
  • Maya's Treats Ltd0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Boots (UK) Ltd1.0 km
  • HK Superstore Ltd1.0 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.7 km
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Card Factory1.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bowling Pavilion0.6 km
  • Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.6 km
  • The Chequers1.0 km
  • Sonning Golf Club Ltd0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Adda Hut1.0 km
  • Bosco Lounge1.0 km
  • Brown Bag0.9 km
  • Crumbs1.0 km
  • Fireaway Pizza1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd.0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley2.3 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.8 km
  • Twyford3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Warren Road0.2 km
  • Ryecroft Close0.2 km
  • Warren Road0.2 km
  • Ryecroft Close0.3 km
  • Sonning Lane0.4 km