Vulcan Way is in Sandhurst and in Bracknell Forest district. GU47 9DR is located in the Sandhurst electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bracknell. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vulcan Way, Sandhurst, GU47 9DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU47 9DN, GU47 8DX, GU47 9DT, GU47 9DA, GU47 9EH, GU47 9DX, GU47 9BU, GU47 8DY, GU47 9DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU47 9DR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 48.8% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51.2% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.2% | 34.4% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 48.9% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 9.5% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (94.5%) 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 | 52.6% | 61.2% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 12.8% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 5.5% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around GU47 9DR this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 9.9% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 7.6% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 16.6% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 20.2% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 37.7% | 11.7% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 90.4% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 85.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 85.2% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 85.2% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 8.2% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vulcan Way was 40.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.7% higher than the Sandhurst average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vulcan Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Sandhurst and the 158th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in Bracknell Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 Vulcan Court Vulcan Way, Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest Other, an established residential building | £13,356,812 | 2018-10-16 | £14,528,212 |
GU47 9DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Information and communication | 28 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uplands Primary School and Nursery Albion Road , GU47 9BP | 4out of 4 | 551 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Sandhurst Lower Church Road , GU47 8HN | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Potley Hill Primary School Potley Hill Road , GU46 6AG | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Scotland Hill Primary School Grampian Road , GU47 8NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,420 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frogmore Infant School Green Lane , Frogmore GU17 0NY | 4out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frogmore Community College Potley Hill Road , GU46 6AG | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhurst School Owlsmoor Road , Owlsmoor GU47 0SD | 3out of 4 | 1,875 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgbarrow School Grant Road , RG45 7HZ | 4out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yateley School School Lane , GU46 6NW | 3out of 4 | 2,599 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernhill School Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | 2out of 4 | 4,516 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,339 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yateley Manor School 51 Reading Road , Yateley GU46 7UQ | - not rated | 1,616 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellington College Duke's Ride , Crowthorne RG45 7PU | - not rated | 2,263 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Preparatory School The Avenue , RG45 6PB | - not rated | 3,186 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Lodge School Fernhill Road , Blackwater GU17 9HU | - not rated | 3,825 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empress Garden | 2 Yorktown Road | 151 yd | |
| The Old Mill | 68 High Street | 422 yd | |
| Sandhurst Peri Peri | 80 High Street | 438 yd | |
| Shenai | 78 Yorktown Road | 439 yd | |
| Jakes @ Trilakes | Trilakes Country Park And Fishery Yateley Road | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Inn | The Village Inn, 21 Yorktown Road | 201 yd | |
| The White Swan | The White Swan Swan Lane | 246 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | The Rose And Crown, 108 High Street | 576 yd | |
| Sandhurst Social Club | Sandhurst Social Club, 33 Wellington Road | 835 yd | |
| Sandhurst Boys & Girls Football Club | Sandhurst Memorial Park Yorktown Road | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuktuk Pan Asian | 24 Vulcan Way | 122 yd | |
| Silver Sea Sandhurst | 2A Yorktown Road | 159 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 6 Yorktown Road | 181 yd | |
| Canton Chinese Takeaway | 41B Yorktown Road | 181 yd | |
| Sushi & Sashi | 24A Yorktown Road | 218 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 33 Yorktown Road | 167 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Group | 53 Yorktown Road | 231 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Uplands Primary School ALBION ROAD | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Bottom Meadow Yorktown Road | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Sandhurst Memorial Park Yorktown Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,073 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.