Swaledale is in Bracknell and in Bracknell Forest district. RG12 7ES is located in the Easthampstead & Wildridings electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bracknell. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swaledale, Bracknell, RG12 7ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG12 7EU, RG12 7EN, RG12 7EX, RG12 7ET, RG12 7ER, RG12 7EH, RG12 7EY, RG12 7GF, RG12 7EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG12 7ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 50.3% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 45.4% | 49.7% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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% | 36% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 42.1% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 14.5% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.1% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 44.6% | 57.2% | 12.6% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 28.6% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 10% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22% | 17.6% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 14.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 19.4% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.1% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 25.9% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.9% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.7% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 6.2% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 3.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.9% | 81.4% | -10.5% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 78.6% 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 | 87.7% | 78.6% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 5.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 7.9% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 78.4% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 15.8% | 15.4% | 9.8% | 6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 4.8% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swaledale was 65.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.6% lower than the Easthampstead & Wildridings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swaledale has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Easthampstead & Wildridings and the 131st highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Bracknell Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Swaledale, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-11-15 | £365,613 |
| 11 Swaledale, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-08-08 | £361,071 |
| 2 Swaledale, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £354,000 | 2023-06-16 | £369,725 |
| 22 Swaledale, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-04-29 | £402,283 |
| 7 Swaledale, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-03-22 | £305,551 |
RG12 7ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Easthampstead Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Crowthorne Road , Easthampstead RG12 7EH | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wildridings Primary School Netherton , RG12 7DX | 2out of 4 | 557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Hollands Primary School Wordsworth , RG12 8YR | 1out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Hill Primary School Pondmoor Road , RG12 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines School Hanworth Road , Hanworth RG12 7WX | 2out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brakenhale School Rectory Lane , RG12 7BA | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthampstead Park Community School Ringmead , RG12 8FS | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranelagh School Ranelagh Drive , RG12 9DA | 4out of 4 | 1,652 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Garth Hill College Bull Lane , RG42 2AD | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Crispin's School London Road , RG40 1SS | 3out of 4 | 4,637 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Academy Binfield St. Georges Park , Binfield RG42 4FS | - not rated | 2,886 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Hall West Road , Off Old Wokingham Road RG40 3BT | 3out of 4 | 2,771 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbold School Popeswood Rd , Binfield RG42 4AH | - not rated | 3,059 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennel Lane School Kennel Lane , RG42 2EX | 3out of 4 | 3,173 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cressex Lodge School Cressex Lodge , Terrace Road South RG42 4DE | - not rated | 3,699 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Holme Grange School Heathlands Road , RG40 3AL | - not rated | 3,773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Park Cafe | Mill Pond Wildridings Road | 361 yd | |
| The Look in Cafe | 2 Great Hollands Square | 811 yd | |
| Sultan Balti House | 7 Great Hollands Square | 814 yd | |
| Snack Bar | Open Learning Centre Rectory Lane | 861 yd | |
| Bracknell Trampoline Centre | The Brakenhale School Rectory Lane | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Man | The Green Man Crowthorne Road | 619 yd | |
| The William Twigg | The William Twigg Great Hollands Square | 786 yd | |
| Waitrose Sports and Social Club | Waitrose Sports And Social Club Willoughby Road | 1,023 yd | |
| The Cannie Man | The Cannie Man Bywood | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Bakery | 3, Rectory Row Rectory Lane | 510 yd | |
| Haka | 10, Rectory Row Rectory Lane | 538 yd | |
| The Flying Fish | 12A, Rectory Row Rectory Lane | 565 yd | |
| Turkish Best Kebab | 12 Wildridings Square | 671 yd | |
| Casa Parmigiana | 10A Wildridings Square | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Group | Land At 5 To 6 Rectory Row | 523 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Group | Co-op Super Market, 61 - 62 Bywood | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wildridings Primary School NETHERTON | grass pitches, swimming pool | 614 yd |
| She Fitness Club (Closed) 1-2 1-2 Wildridings Square | health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Fox Hill Primary School PONDMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Ennerdale Crowthorne Road | grass pitches | 814 yd |
| Great Hollands Primary School WORDSWORTH | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Wild Ridings ENNERDALE | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| The Brakenhale School RECTORY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Ringmead LOVELACE PARK LOVELACE PARK LOVELACE ROAD | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Bracknell Leisure Centre Bagshot Road | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,026 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.