RG7 1AF is a sought-after residential area on Basingstoke Road, 0.5km from Spencer's Wood in Spencers Wood and Three Mile Cross. Administratively it sits within Swallowfield ward and the Wokingham constituency.
For families considering a move, RG7 1AF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £435k.
Census 2021 statistics for RG7 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00167036 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG7 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG7 1AF.
202
46
£ 72,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG7 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 46, RG7 1AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £435k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG7 1AF. The average age is 46.3. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 360,000
3 sales · Mean £ 375,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG7 1AF has low crime rates — 21 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
Lambs Lane Primary School
Oakbank
Grazeley Parochial Church of England Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jacksons Service & Sales Ltd0.0 km
- Warings Master Bakers Ltd0.2 km
- One Stop0.0 km
- Spencerswood Stores0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Farriers Arms0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Miah's Restaurant0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mortimer4.7 km
- Earley6.8 km
- Reading7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Hyde End Road0.3 km
- Hyde End Road0.3 km
- Lambs Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: RG71AF · Data under Open Government Licence