Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

BOSWORTH GARDENS, RG5 3RS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOSWORTH GARDENS, RG5 3RS.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 64,300 /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 3RS 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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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG5 3RS combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£705k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £705k 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

RG5 3RS is a sought-after residential area on Bosworth Gardens, 0.7km from Wheeler's Green in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Loddon ward and the Reading East constituency.

For serious buyers, RG5 3RS 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 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £705k. 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 3RS are sourced from Output Area E00084080 (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 3RS. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.8%
Asian / British Asian24.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Detached

£ 570,400

2 sales · Mean £ 570,400

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

RG5 3RS has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences44
Public order16
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson9
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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South Lake Primary School

Outstanding457 pupils0.8 km
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Loddon Primary School

Good616 pupils0.9 km
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Rivermead Primary School

Good1.0 km
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Hawkedon Primary School

Good628 pupils1.2 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils1.4 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils1.4 km
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Maiden Erlegh School

Outstanding1860 pupils1.5 km
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Highwood Primary School

Good474 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Londis1.0 km
  • Wickes0.8 km
  • Budgens0.2 km
  • Halfords Ltd0.9 km
  • NISA LOCAL0.6 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge Ltd0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Good Companions0.6 km
  • The George0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Salt & Vinegar Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Laz Tadim1.0 km
  • New Moon Takeaway1.0 km
  • Woodley Chef0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Bluemoon Restaurant & Takeaway0.1 km
  • Coffee Haven at Winnersh Garden Centre0.5 km
  • Compass Group at Becton Dickinson0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Winnersh Triangle0.6 km
  • Earley1.0 km
  • Winnersh Station2.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Coppice Road Parade0.1 km
  • Coppice Road Parade0.1 km
  • The George0.2 km
  • The George0.2 km
  • Coppice Road0.3 km