Bockhampton Road is in Lambourn, Hungerford and in Newbury district. RG17 8PJ is located in the Lambourn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newbury. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bockhampton Road, Lambourn, Hungerford, RG17 8PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG17 8PP, RG17 8QJ, RG17 8PH, RG17 8NW, RG17 8PZ, RG17 8PG, RG17 8LZ, RG17 8PS, RG17 8PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG17 8PJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.3% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.7% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RG17 8PJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.6% | 42.7% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 37% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 9.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.7% | 40.9% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 40% | 39.4% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 12.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.6% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.6% | 24.6% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 11.1% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 11.4% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 16.8% | 9.0% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 27.5% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.1% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.1% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 96.4% | 93% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bockhampton Road was 67.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.6% higher than the Downlands average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bockhampton Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Downlands and the 158th highest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-08-18 | £480,810 |
| 29 Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-07-13 | £277,711 |
| Burford Cottage Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-07-28 | £375,077 |
| 8 Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,368 | 2022-03-01 | £353,267 |
| Cranmer House, 8C Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-11-04 | £315,099 |
RG17 8PJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambourn CofE Primary School Greenways , Lambourn RG17 7LJ | 1out of 4 | 201 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baydon St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Ermin Street , Baydon SN8 2JJ | 3out of 4 | 4,860 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Valley | 10 High Street, Lambourn | 357 yd | |
| Goodies Cafe | 17 High Street, Lambourn | 374 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lambourn Sports Club | The Lambourn Sports Club Bockhampton Road, Lambourn | 144 yd | |
| Valentines Tavern | Old School Yard High Street, Lambourn | 338 yd | |
| George,The | George Hotel Market Place, Lambourn | 385 yd | |
| Wheelwright Arms,The | The Wheelwright Arms, 4 The Broadway, Lambourn | 480 yd | |
| Royal British Legion, The | The Royal British Legion Upper Lambourn Road, Lambourn | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nippy Chippy And Little India | 41 Newbury Street, Lambourn | 136 yd | |
| The Rice Bowl | 21 High Street, Lambourn | 367 yd | |
| Pegasus Pizza | 4 Pegasus Court, Lambourn | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | 4 High Street, Lambourn | 369 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Lambourn Centre | health and fitness suite | 205 yd |
| Lambourn Sports Club BOCKHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 267 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.