Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

LODDON BRIDGE ROAD, RG5 4AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODDON BRIDGE ROAD, RG5 4AP.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 64,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG5 4AP 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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9/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

RG5 4AP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £650k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £650k 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 4AP is a sought-after residential area on Loddon Bridge Road, 0.7km from Wheeler's Green in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Loddon ward and the Reading East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG5, RG5 4AP offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wokingham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £650k. 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 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00084088 (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 4AP. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.3%
Asian / British Asian25.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed6.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 712,500

2 sales · Mean £ 712,500

Semi-Detached

£ 431,000

1 sales · Mean £ 431,000

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

RG5 4AP has low crime rates — 15 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 offences21
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson10
Anti-social behaviour7
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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South Lake Primary School

Outstanding457 pupils0.9 km
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Rivermead Primary School

Good0.9 km
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Loddon Primary School

Good616 pupils1.1 km
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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils1.4 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils1.4 km
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Hawkedon Primary School

Good628 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Londis0.8 km
  • Wickes0.6 km
  • W H Smith Travel Ltd0.8 km
  • Budgens0.4 km
  • Halfords Ltd0.7 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge Ltd0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Good Companions0.5 km
  • The George0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Salt & Vinegar Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Laz Tadim0.8 km
  • New Moon Takeaway0.8 km
  • Woodley Chef0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Gather & Gather at The Cafe0.8 km
  • Move HQ (Cafe)0.8 km
  • Bluemoon Restaurant & Takeaway0.3 km
  • Coffee Haven at Winnersh Garden Centre0.5 km
  • Compass Group at Becton Dickinson0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Winnersh Triangle0.4 km
  • Earley1.3 km
  • Winnersh Station1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Coppice Road0.0 km
  • Coppice Road0.0 km
  • Rivermead Road0.1 km
  • Rivermead Road0.1 km
  • Loddon Bridge Park and Ride0.2 km