RG9 5JA is a sought-after residential area on Gallowstree Road, 0.5km from Peppard Common in Sonning Common. Administratively it sits within Sonning Common ward and the Henley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG9, RG9 5JA offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% 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 13 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 RG9 5JA are sourced from Output Area E00145994 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GALLOWSTREE ROAD, RG9 5JA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GALLOWSTREE ROAD, RG9 5JA.
344
45
£ 63,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG9 5JA 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG9 5JA's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership 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 RG9 5JA. The average age is 45.3. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG9 5JA has low crime rates — 13 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
Peppard Church of England Primary School
Bishopswood School
Sonning Common Primary School
Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- The Greyhound0.3 km
- THE RED LION0.9 km
- Greys Green Golf Course0.9 km
- The Spring0.6 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Sonning Common Food & Wine0.9 km
- Peppard Stores0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hare & Hounds0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Henley-On-Thames6.2 km
- Tilehurst6.8 km
- Shiplake7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Peppard Stores0.1 km
- Peppard Stores0.2 km
- Peppard Cricket Club0.2 km
- Peppard Cricket Club0.2 km
- Gravel Hill Top0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RG95JA · Data under Open Government Licence