Loundyes Close is in Thatcham and in Newbury district. RG18 3EB is located in the Thatcham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newbury. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Loundyes Close, Thatcham, RG18 3EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG18 3EA, RG18 3EH, RG18 3DU, RG18 3EG, RG18 3EE, RG18 3ED, RG18 3ES, RG18 3DY, RG18 3EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG18 3EB 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 | 52.2% | 51.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.5% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.9% | 34.7% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 47.8% | 3.7% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 15% | 9.1% | -5.9% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.9% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 39.7% | 41% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 36.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.7% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 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.
In the area around RG18 3EB this area, 28.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 28.8% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.5% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 13.5% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 6.2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 22.3% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.2% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 97% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 94.6% | 90.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 90.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.3% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Loundyes Close was 35.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.1% lower than the Thatcham Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Loundyes Close has the 31st lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Thatcham Central and the 206th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Loundyes Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-09-09 | £439,890 |
| 4 Loundyes Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2022-08-31 | £384,889 |
| 18 Loundyes Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-08-27 | £399,223 |
| 18 Loundyes Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2017-07-28 | £372,375 |
| 26 Loundyes Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2016-06-30 | £377,732 |
RG18 3EB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% 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.
RG18 3EB 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,726 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitelands Park Primary School Sagecroft Road , RG18 3FH | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Infant School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Junior School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thatcham Park CofE Primary Park Avenue , RG18 4NP | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery Fir Tree Lane , RG14 2RA | 2out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennet School Stoney Lane , RG19 4LL | 4out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 3,553 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's School Andover Road , RG14 6JP | 3out of 4 | 4,895 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbury College Monks Lane , RG14 7TD | - not rated | 4,946 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engaging Potential Progress House , 79 Gaywood Drive RG14 2PR | - not rated | 2,048 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downe House Cold Ash , RG18 9JJ | - not rated | 3,479 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Icollege Alternative Provision 88 Newtown Road , RG14 7BT | 3out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Love Lane , Donnington RG14 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,397 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools Marlston House , Hermitage RG18 9UL | - not rated | 4,987 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thatcham Town Cricket Club | Thatcham Town Council Brownsfield Road | 755 yd | |
| Pop Inn Cafe | 7, Crown Mead Bath Road | 844 yd | |
| Family Wellbeing Hub | Central Family Hub Park Lane | 916 yd | |
| Thatcham Garden Centre and Gardeners Retreat | Thatcham Garden Centre Bath Road | 921 yd | |
| The Lakeside Cafe At Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre | Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre Muddy Lane | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red & Blue Trading Ltd @ Thatcham RFC | Henwick Worthy Sports Ground Henwick Lane | 626 yd | |
| Crickets | The Crickets, 24 High Street | 1,017 yd | |
| White Hart, The | The White Hart, 2 High Street | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 65 Bath Road | 310 yd | |
| Pizza Bella Chicken | 8, Crown Mead Bath Road | 839 yd | |
| Indishes | Unit 3 Green Lane | 853 yd | |
| Ali Baba | Unit 3 Green Lane | 853 yd | |
| Crown Mead Fish Bar | 1, Crown Mead Bath Road | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73 Northfield Road | 264 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitelands Park Primary School SAGECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Henwick Worthy Sports Ground HENWICK WORTHY SPORTS GROUND HENWICK WORTHY SPORTS GROUND HENWICK LANE | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 661 yd |
| Regency Park Health Club BOWLING GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 705 yd |
| Lower Way Open Space (Closed) Lower Way | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Parsons Down Junior School HERONS WAY | grass pitches | 780 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| 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 | 52.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.