Ringwood is in Bracknell and in Bracknell Forest district. RG12 8XU is located in the Great Hollands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bracknell. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ringwood, Bracknell, RG12 8XU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG12 8YQ, RG12 8XX, RG12 8YG, RG12 8XJ, RG12 8YU, RG12 8XA, RG12 8XH, RG12 8YD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG12 8XU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 52.5% | 48.2% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 47.5% | 51.8% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 RG12 8XU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 29.2% | 25.9% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 61.5% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 5.4% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 48.7% | 38.9% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 48.4% | 15.3% | 33.6% | 14.8% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 11.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 1.2% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.9% | 15.5% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 16.4% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 34.3% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.9% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.3% | 85.4% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 90.5% | 83.7% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 83.7% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 15.5% | 15.1% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.4% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ringwood was 12.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.1% lower than the Binfield South & Jennett's Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ringwood has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Binfield South & Jennett's Park and the 35th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in Bracknell Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Ringwood, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-02-07 | £408,898 |
| 103 Ringwood, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2024-11-27 | £359,977 |
| 115 Ringwood, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-08-16 | £345,444 |
| 103 Ringwood, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-03-28 | £349,022 |
| 110 Ringwood, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Terraced, an established residential building | £322,000 | 2020-02-11 | £392,219 |
RG12 8XU 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wooden Hill Primary and Nursery School Staplehurst , RG12 8DB | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School, Bracknell Pembroke , Hanworth RG12 7RD | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines School Hanworth Road , Hanworth RG12 7WX | 2out of 4 | 625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Hollands Primary School Wordsworth , RG12 8YR | 1out of 4 | 906 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jennett's Park CofE Primary School 3 Tawny Owl Square , RG12 8EB | 1out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easthampstead Park Community School Ringmead , RG12 8FS | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brakenhale School Rectory Lane , RG12 7BA | 3out of 4 | 2,347 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranelagh School Ranelagh Drive , RG12 9DA | 4out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Garth Hill College Bull Lane , RG42 2AD | 3out of 4 | 3,726 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgbarrow School Grant Road , RG45 7HZ | 4out of 4 | 4,032 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 | 3,760 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 | 1,736 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Grange School Heathlands Road , RG40 3AL | - not rated | 3,057 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Preparatory School The Avenue , RG45 6PB | - not rated | 3,468 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbold School Popeswood Rd , Binfield RG42 4AH | - not rated | 3,773 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludgrove School Trust Limited Ludgrove , Wokingham RG40 3AB | - not rated | 4,137 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Look in Cafe | 2 Great Hollands Square | 782 yd | |
| Sultan Balti House | 7 Great Hollands Square | 814 yd | |
| Sports and Leisure Management/Everyone Active | Downshire Golf Course West Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cannie Man | The Cannie Man Bywood | 431 yd | |
| Great Hollands Bowls Club | Great Hollands Bowls Club South Road | 642 yd | |
| The Golden Retriever | The Golden Retriever Nine Mile Ride | 787 yd | |
| The William Twigg | The William Twigg Great Hollands Square | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TG House | 3 Great Hollands Square | 787 yd | |
| Amoy Chinese Takeaway | 4 Great Hollands Square | 794 yd | |
| Ginger's Fish and Chips | 9 Great Hollands Square | 802 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Group | Co-op Super Market, 61 - 62 Bywood | 431 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wooden Hill Primary And Nursery School STAPLEHURST | artificial grass pitch | 431 yd |
| Great Hollands GREAT HOLLANDS RECREATION GROUND GREAT HOLLANDS RECREATION GROUND SOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Great Hollands Primary School WORDSWORTH | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Downshire Golf Complex DOWNSHIRE GOLF COURSE DOWNSHIRE GOLF COURSE WEST ROAD | golf | 1,019 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 | 165.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.