RG5 4HB is a sought-after residential area on Buckden Close, 0.8km from Wheeler's Green in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Loddon ward and the Reading East constituency.
For serious buyers, RG5 4HB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 36 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £405k, up 22.0% 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 4HB are sourced from Output Area E00084097 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BUCKDEN CLOSE, RG5 4HB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUCKDEN CLOSE, RG5 4HB.
323
36
£ 75,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG5 4HB 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG5 4HB combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£405k 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 22.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG5 4HB. The average age is 36.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 420,000
11 sales · Mean £ 428,409
Terraced
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
Flat
£ 180,000
5 sales · Mean £ 200,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG5 4HB has low crime rates — 10 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
Rivermead Primary School
Woodley CofE Primary School
The Ambleside Centre
Beechwood Primary School
South Lake Primary School
Willow Bank Infant School
Willow Bank Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Londis0.4 km
- Maya's Refillables Ltd0.7 km
- Wine Rack0.8 km
- KB.eats0.6 km
- Museum Of Berkshire Aviation0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Good Companions0.8 km
- Bull & Chequers0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Red Rose1.0 km
- Jalpari of Woodley0.7 km
- Jungle Mania0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Salt & Vinegar Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Pizza Hut Delivery0.7 km
- Laz Tadim0.4 km
- New Moon Takeaway0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winnersh Triangle1.4 km
- Earley2.1 km
- Winnersh Station2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Oak Drive0.1 km
- Oak Drive0.1 km
- Oak Drive0.2 km
- Dunbar Drive0.2 km
- Dunbar Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG54HB · Data under Open Government Licence