Wendan Road is in Newbury and in Newbury district. RG14 7AE 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 Wendan Road, Newbury, RG14 7AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG14 6JG, RG14 7AQ, RG14 7AG, RG14 6JE, RG14 6JQ, RG14 7DG, RG14 6EG, RG14 6JD, RG14 6JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG14 7AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 7AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.3% 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 | 19.9% | 21.5% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 68.3% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 24.1% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 6% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (92.5%) 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 | 54.9% | 61.3% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 12.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 31.2% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 6.7% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
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 RG14 7AE this area, 6.8% 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 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 6.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10.2% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.3% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.2% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.8% | 48.1% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 14.3% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96% | 95.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 93% | 93.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 93.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wendan Road was 15.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% lower than the Newbury Greenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wendan Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Newbury Greenham and the 70th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Wendan Road, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2023-10-09 | £851,909 |
| 26 Wendan Road, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £512,000 | 2019-01-31 | £615,496 |
| 34 Wendan Road, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2018-01-25 | £912,455 |
| 26 Wendan Road, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £447,010 | 2015-09-16 | £598,579 |
| 20 Wendan Road, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2015-09-10 | £669,536 |
RG14 7AE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RG14 7AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,752 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 | 374 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas C.E. Junior School Link Road , RG14 7LU | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Rankin Junior School Henshaw Crescent , RG14 6ES | 3out of 4 | 884 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Rankin Infant and Nursery School Garford Crescent , RG14 6EX | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Primary School Pyle Hill , RG14 7SJ | 2out of 4 | 1,380 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 | 84 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House School Andover Road , RG14 6NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clere School Earlstone Common , Burghclere RG20 9HP | 3out of 4 | 5,207 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 | 1,276 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 | 484 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's School St Gabriel's , Sandleford Priory RG20 9BD | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Love Lane , Donnington RG14 2JG | 4out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Engaging Potential Progress House , 79 Gaywood Drive RG14 2PR | - not rated | 3,013 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horris Hill School Newtown , RG20 9DJ | - not rated | 3,330 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 | 535 yd | |
| Waterfall Elior Ltd at Phoenix Resource Centre | The Phoenix Centre Newtown Road | 649 yd | |
| Combes Catering At Two Saints Direct Access Hostel | 210 Newtown Road | 727 yd | |
| The Goan Caff | 88 Bartholomew Street | 810 yd | |
| Indigo Bay | 54 - 55 Bartholomew Street | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Inn, The | The Lamb Inn, 5 Enborne Road | 620 yd | |
| The Ace Space | 24 St Nicholas Road | 817 yd | |
| Nags Head, The | The Nags Head, 91 Bartholomew Street | 831 yd | |
| Dolphin, The | 113 Bartholomew Street | 955 yd | |
| Cow & Cask | 1, Inches Yard Market Street | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bite | 63A Bartholomew Street | 729 yd | |
| China Garden | 80 Bartholomew Street | 740 yd | |
| Ho Wan | 121 Newtown Road | 771 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 85 Bartholomew Street | 795 yd | |
| CS House | 102 Bartholomew Street | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | 35 Pound Street | 632 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit 9, Newbury Retail Park Pinchington Lane | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomews School (Closed) Andover Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 211 yd |
| City Playground ANDOVER ROAD | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| St Bartholomews School ANDOVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 348 yd |
| St Bartholomews School (Fifth Road Pitches) FIFTH ROAD | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| John Rankin School JOHN RANKIN JUNIOR SCHOOL JOHN RANKIN JUNIOR SCHOOL HENSHAW CRESCENT | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| St Bartholomews School (Enborne Road Pitches) SUNDERLAND GARDENS | grass pitches | 975 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 | 157.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 48.43 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.