RG8 8QH is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Buckhold in West Berkshire. Administratively it sits within Bradfield ward and the Newbury constituency.
For families considering a move, RG8 8QH represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for RG8 8QH are sourced from Output Area E00082169 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RG8 8QH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG8 8QH.
285
42
£ 57,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG8 8QH 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 42, RG8 8QH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 RG8 8QH. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
school Local Schools
Basildon C.E. Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pangbourne4.4 km
- Goring & Streatley5.7 km
- Theale6.7 km
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Postcode Profile: RG88QH · Data under Open Government Licence