RG5 3BU is a sought-after residential area on Western Avenue, 0.6km from Martin's Corner in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Sonning ward and the Maidenhead constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG5, RG5 3BU offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k. 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 3BU are sourced from Output Area E00084209 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTERN AVENUE, RG5 3BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERN AVENUE, RG5 3BU.
365
51
£ 64,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG5 3BU 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG5 3BU's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £295k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG5 3BU. The average age is 51.1. 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
Flat
£ 298,000
7 sales · Mean £ 299,142
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG5 3BU has low crime rates — 29 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.
school Local Schools
St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School
The Ambleside Centre
Beechwood Primary School
Addington School
The Bulmershe School
Highwood Primary School
Willow Bank Junior School
Willow Bank Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Papa John's0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Terry Ling's0.9 km
- Hong Kong0.5 km
- Maya's Treats Ltd0.5 km
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Boots (UK) Ltd0.5 km
- HK Superstore Ltd0.5 km
- Majestic Wine Warehouse0.7 km
- Wine Rack0.8 km
- Woodley News0.6 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Bowling Pavilion0.5 km
- Bull & Chequers1.0 km
- Goals Soccer Centre0.8 km
- Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.7 km
- The Chequers0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Adda Hut0.5 km
- Bosco Lounge0.5 km
- Brown Bag0.5 km
- Coffee #10.6 km
- Crumbs0.5 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods0.5 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd.0.5 km
- Waitrose0.6 km
- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Earley1.9 km
- Winnersh Triangle2.4 km
- Winnersh Station3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Western Avenue - Reading Road0.0 km
- Western Avenue - Reading Road0.0 km
- Western Avenue - Reading Road0.1 km
- Warren Road0.3 km
- Woodwaye0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG53BU · Data under Open Government Licence