College Road is in College Town, Sandhurst and in Bracknell Forest district. GU47 0QZ is located in the Owlsmoor & College Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bracknell. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about College Road, College Town, Sandhurst, GU47 0QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU47 0RA, GU47 0PN, GU47 0QX, GU47 0PF, GU47 0AB, GU47 0QE, GU47 0PS, GU47 0QF, GU47 0QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU47 0QZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.3% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.7% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GU47 0QZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 27.7% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 58.7% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 8% | 3.4% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.3% | 52.4% | -6.9% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 36.9% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 7.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -5.4% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 15.7% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 16.3% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 23.7% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 22.7% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 14.9% | 4% | -10.9% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 33% | 26% | -7.0% | 1.6% | 24.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 56.7% | 62.9% | 6.2% | 81.4% | -18.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 5% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
In this area, 65.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 65.4% | 3.5% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 31.9% | 26.5% | -5.4% | 5.6% | 20.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60.2% | 65.2% | 5.0% | 83.2% | -18.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.3% | 23.4% | 18.1% | 9.8% | 13.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.5% | 4.7% | -4.8% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.6% | 3.3% | -9.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.3% | 3.3% | -9.0% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 8.9% | 1.2% | 7.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.7% | 37.2% | -7.5% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Buddhist | 12.6% | 0.5% | 12.1% |
| Hindu | 12.6% | 1.7% | 10.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Road was 56.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.7% higher than the Owlsmoor & College Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
College Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Owlsmoor & College Town and the 159th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Bracknell Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 75.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 College Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-12-18 | £468,636 |
| 60A College Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-11-29 | £439,935 |
| 72 College Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £327,500 | 2024-09-27 | £337,653 |
| 88 College Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2024-06-05 | £620,042 |
| 96A College Road, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2023-08-11 | £548,323 |
GU47 0QZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 143 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 57 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Town Primary School Branksome Hill Road , College Town GU47 0QF | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Owlsmoor Primary School Cambridge Road , Owlsmoor GU47 0TA | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Primary School and Nursery Albion Road , GU47 9BP | 4out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frogmore Junior School Green Lane , Frogmore GU17 0NY | 3out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frogmore Infant School Green Lane , Frogmore GU17 0NY | 4out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandhurst School Owlsmoor Road , Owlsmoor GU47 0SD | 3out of 4 | 787 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgbarrow School Grant Road , RG45 7HZ | 4out of 4 | 2,500 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frogmore Community College Potley Hill Road , GU46 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings International College Watchetts Drive , GU15 2PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,445 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernhill School Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | 2out of 4 | 3,629 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 5,131 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle House School Crowthorne Road , GU47 8PH | - not rated | 2,188 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst School 36 The Avenue , Camberley GU15 3NE | - not rated | 2,197 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellington College Duke's Ride , Crowthorne RG45 7PU | - not rated | 3,123 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Lodge School Fernhill Road , Blackwater GU17 9HU | - not rated | 3,282 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yateley Manor School 51 Reading Road , Yateley GU46 7UQ | - not rated | 3,566 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raj Tandoori | 366 Yorktown Road, College Town | 401 yd | |
| Subway | 384 Yorktown Road, College Town | 409 yd | |
| Mi Coffee and Cake Ltd | 414 Yorktown Road, College Town | 505 yd | |
| The Ruby Play Cafe | 414 Yorktown Road, College Town | 505 yd | |
| Chefs Taste Ltd at The Wellington Arms | The Wellington Arms, 203 Yorktown Road | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rackstraw Farm | Rackstraw Farm Public House, 221 Yorktown Road, College Town | 793 yd | |
| The Wellington Arms | The Wellington Arms, 203 Yorktown Road | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheung Moon | 343 Yorktown Road, College Town | 348 yd | |
| Kings Kebab & Pizza | 372 Yorktown Road, College Town | 400 yd | |
| Skippers | 376 - 378 Yorktown Road, College Town | 404 yd | |
| Sandhurst Grill House Ltd | 404 Yorktown Road, College Town | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Group | 33 - 35 Yeovil Road, Owlsmoor | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| College Town Primary School COLLEGE TOWN INFANT SCHOOL COLLEGE TOWN INFANT SCHOOL BRANKSOME HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 332 yd |
| Foundation Fitness Club YORKTOWN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 507 yd |
| Royal Military Academy Sandhurst HAIG ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 773 yd |
| Sandhurst School (Closed) Owlsmoor Road | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Sandhurst School OWLSMOOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 894 yd |
| Sandhurst Memorial Park Yorktown Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 929 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.