Bockhampton Road is in Lambourn, Hungerford and in West Berkshire district. RG17 8PS 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 8PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG17 8PY, RG17 8PR, RG17 8PZ, RG17 8PX, RG17 8NH, RG17 8PP, RG17 8QJ, RG17 8PJ, RG17 8YT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG17 8PS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 46.6% | 49.3% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 53.4% | 50.7% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 37.9% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 45.7% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 9.6% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 50.6% | 48.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 32% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 14.2% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29% | 23.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 12.5% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.9% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 21.1% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 94% | 96.1% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 93.2% | 96.1% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 49.9% | 46.2% | 3.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bockhampton Road was 98.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 173.8% higher than the Downlands average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bockhampton Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Downlands and the 92nd highest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lambourn Social Club Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Other, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-12-04 | £82,664 |
| Bridle Way House Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2019-10-04 | £361,526 |
| Littlemead Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2003-05-23 | £611,555 |
| Entropy Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2001-08-16 | £443,355 |
| Entropy Bockhampton Road, Hungerford, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,500 | 1999-09-03 | £452,038 |
RG17 8PS 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Other | 29 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 289 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 | 4,987 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 | 488 yd | |
| Goodies Cafe | 17 High Street, Lambourn | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lambourn Sports Club | The Lambourn Sports Club Bockhampton Road, Lambourn | 2 yd | |
| Valentines Tavern | Old School Yard High Street, Lambourn | 465 yd | |
| George,The | George Hotel Market Place, Lambourn | 500 yd | |
| Wheelwright Arms,The | The Wheelwright Arms, 4 The Broadway, Lambourn | 570 yd | |
| Royal British Legion, The | The Royal British Legion Upper Lambourn Road, Lambourn | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nippy Chippy And Little India | 41 Newbury Street, Lambourn | 188 yd | |
| The Rice Bowl | 21 High Street, Lambourn | 506 yd | |
| Pegasus Pizza | 4 Pegasus Court, Lambourn | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | 4 High Street, Lambourn | 493 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lambourn Sports Club BOCKHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 122 yd |
| The Lambourn Centre | health and fitness suite | 338 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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.