Tarn Lane is in Newbury and in West Berkshire district. RG14 6JD is located in the Newbury Wash Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tarn Lane, Newbury, RG14 6JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG14 6JH, RG14 6JN, RG14 6JQ, RG14 6EN, RG14 6JG, RG14 6EG, RG14 7AE, RG14 7AP, RG14 6JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG14 6JD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.1% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.9% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 RG14 6JD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 27.3% | 27.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 53.3% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 9.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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%) 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 | 52.1% | 52.8% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 34.2% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 11.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
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 RG14 6JD this area, 7.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 7.7% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 5.4% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 10.4% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 16.2% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 48.6% | 13.8% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.3% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
In this area, 91.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 91.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 5.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 91.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tarn Lane was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.7% lower than the Newbury Greenham average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Tarn Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Newbury Greenham and the 101st lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden House Tarn Lane, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £248,950 | 2002-08-15 | £569,431 |
| Tarn Cottage Tarn Lane, Newbury, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,000 | 1998-09-01 | £437,138 |
RG14 6JD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RG14 6JD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park Nursery School & Family Hub Victoria Park , Parkway RG14 1EH | 4out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist C.E. Nursery and Infant Sch Old Newton Road , RG14 7DE | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Rankin Junior School Henshaw Crescent , RG14 6ES | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Rankin Infant and Nursery School Garford Crescent , RG14 6EX | 3out of 4 | 776 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas C.E. Junior School Link Road , RG14 7LU | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Primary School Pyle Hill , RG14 7SJ | 2out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomew's School Andover Road , RG14 6JP | 3out of 4 | 166 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House School Andover Road , RG14 6NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,890 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clere School Earlstone Common , Burghclere RG20 9HP | 3out of 4 | 5,145 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbury College Monks Lane , RG14 7TD | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Icollege Alternative Provision 88 Newtown Road , RG14 7BT | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's School St Gabriel's , Sandleford Priory RG20 9BD | - not rated | 2,093 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Love Lane , Donnington RG14 2JG | 4out of 4 | 3,067 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Engaging Potential Progress House , 79 Gaywood Drive RG14 2PR | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horris Hill School Newtown , RG20 9DJ | - not rated | 3,235 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Arts | 10 Hampton Road | 664 yd | |
| Waterfall Elior Ltd at Phoenix Resource Centre | The Phoenix Centre Newtown Road | 746 yd | |
| Combes Catering At Two Saints Direct Access Hostel | 210 Newtown Road | 823 yd | |
| The Goan Caff | 88 Bartholomew Street | 938 yd | |
| Indigo Bay | 54 - 55 Bartholomew Street | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Inn, The | The Lamb Inn, 5 Enborne Road | 651 yd | |
| The Ace Space | 24 St Nicholas Road | 931 yd | |
| Nags Head, The | The Nags Head, 91 Bartholomew Street | 959 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | Newbury Rugby Football Club Monks Lane | 1,044 yd | |
| Newbury Rugby Football Club | Newbury Rugby Football Club Monks Lane | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ho Wan | 121 Newtown Road | 825 yd | |
| Bite | 63A Bartholomew Street | 858 yd | |
| China Garden | 80 Bartholomew Street | 872 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 85 Bartholomew Street | 924 yd | |
| Botan Kebabs & Pizza House | 48 Bartholomew Street | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | 35 Pound Street | 739 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomews School (Closed) Andover Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 208 yd |
| St Bartholomews School ANDOVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 246 yd |
| City Playground ANDOVER ROAD | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| John Rankin School JOHN RANKIN JUNIOR SCHOOL JOHN RANKIN JUNIOR SCHOOL HENSHAW CRESCENT | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| St Bartholomews School (Fifth Road Pitches) FIFTH ROAD | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| St Bartholomews School (Enborne Road Pitches) SUNDERLAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 910 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.