RG7 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Magill Close, 0.7km from Spencer's Wood in Spencers Wood and Three Mile Cross. Administratively it sits within Shinfield South ward and the Wokingham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG7, RG7 1BW offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £383k. 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 RG7 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00084196 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAGILL CLOSE, RG7 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAGILL CLOSE, RG7 1BW.
360
38
£ 72,000 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG7 1BW 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG7 1BW's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £383k 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 RG7 1BW. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 380,000
3 sales · Mean £ 370,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG7 1BW has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lambs Lane Primary School
Oakbank
Alder Grove Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jacksons Service & Sales Ltd0.6 km
- Warings Master Bakers Ltd0.5 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- Spencerswood Stores0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Farriers Arms0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Donna's Catering Ltd0.9 km
- Miah's Restaurant0.5 km
- St Michael's Café0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mortimer5.3 km
- Earley6.3 km
- Reading6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Grovelands Road0.2 km
- Grovelands Road0.2 km
- The Square0.3 km
- The Square0.3 km
- Appletree Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG71BW · Data under Open Government Licence