Is RG7 2BX a safe place to live?

Yes, RG7 2BX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of RG7 2BX?

The population for the RG7 2BX area is approximately 111 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Berkshire, South East

RG7 2BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG7 2BX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

111

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 59,300 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG7 2BX 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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10/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG7 2BX combines high owner-occupation (60%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG7 2BX is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Fair Cross in West Berkshire. Administratively it sits within Burghfield & Mortimer ward and the Wokingham constituency.

For serious buyers, RG7 2BX is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 2BX are sourced from Output Area E00082377 (shared with 18 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 RG7 2BX. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%

Asian / British Asian0.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

RG7 2BX has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are possession of weapons. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Wellington Wellbeing0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Mortimer2.4 km
Bramley (Hants)5.0 km
Theale9.4 km