Tawfield is in Bracknell and in Bracknell Forest district. RG12 8YU 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 Tawfield, Bracknell, RG12 8YU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG12 8XX, RG12 8YD, RG12 8XU, RG12 8DD, RG12 8XA, RG12 8XJ, RG12 8WU, RG12 8YQ, RG12 8DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG12 8YU 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 8YU 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 Tawfield 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.
Tawfield 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Tawfield, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-03-28 | £509,165 |
| 13 Tawfield, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2024-06-14 | £531,804 |
| 18 Tawfield, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £604,000 | 2024-05-01 | £628,512 |
| 47 Tawfield, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-10-21 | £475,952 |
| 19 Tawfield, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-08-05 | £511,771 |
RG12 8YU 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 | 195 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School, Bracknell Pembroke , Hanworth RG12 7RD | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines School Hanworth Road , Hanworth RG12 7WX | 2out of 4 | 836 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Hollands Primary School Wordsworth , RG12 8YR | 1out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jennett's Park CofE Primary School 3 Tawny Owl Square , RG12 8EB | 1out of 4 | 1,205 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 | 878 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brakenhale School Rectory Lane , RG12 7BA | 3out of 4 | 2,527 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranelagh School Ranelagh Drive , RG12 9DA | 4out of 4 | 3,110 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Garth Hill College Bull Lane , RG42 2AD | 3out of 4 | 3,874 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgbarrow School Grant Road , RG45 7HZ | 4out of 4 | 3,913 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 | 3,782 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 | 1,519 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Grange School Heathlands Road , RG40 3AL | - not rated | 2,856 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Preparatory School The Avenue , RG45 6PB | - not rated | 3,301 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbold School Popeswood Rd , Binfield RG42 4AH | - not rated | 3,766 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludgrove School Trust Limited Ludgrove , Wokingham RG40 3AB | - not rated | 3,936 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports and Leisure Management/Everyone Active | Downshire Golf Course West Road | 803 yd | |
| The Look in Cafe | 2 Great Hollands Square | 844 yd | |
| Sultan Balti House | 7 Great Hollands Square | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hollands Bowls Club | Great Hollands Bowls Club South Road | 439 yd | |
| The Cannie Man | The Cannie Man Bywood | 648 yd | |
| The Golden Retriever | The Golden Retriever Nine Mile Ride | 722 yd | |
| The William Twigg | The William Twigg Great Hollands Square | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TG House | 3 Great Hollands Square | 848 yd | |
| Amoy Chinese Takeaway | 4 Great Hollands Square | 854 yd | |
| Ginger's Fish and Chips | 9 Great Hollands Square | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Group | Co-op Super Market, 61 - 62 Bywood | 648 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wooden Hill Primary And Nursery School STAPLEHURST | artificial grass pitch | 228 yd |
| Great Hollands GREAT HOLLANDS RECREATION GROUND GREAT HOLLANDS RECREATION GROUND SOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Downshire Golf Complex DOWNSHIRE GOLF COURSE DOWNSHIRE GOLF COURSE WEST ROAD | golf | 804 yd |
| Great Hollands Primary School WORDSWORTH | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Easthampstead Park School RINGMEAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 992 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 | 171.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.