Northfield Road is in Thatcham and in Newbury district. RG18 3EN 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 Northfield Road, Thatcham, RG18 3EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG18 3EY, RG18 3ER, RG18 3AU, RG18 3FE, RG18 3AT, RG18 3FF, RG18 3FG, RG18 3DZ, RG18 3FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RG18 3EN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 54% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 46% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 27% | 34.6% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 50% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 8.9% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.5% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 48.2% | 48.7% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 11.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.8% | 13.8% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 20.7% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 27.2% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.3% | 99.6% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 97% | 92.4% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 92.4% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northfield Road was 26.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.0% lower than the Thatcham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northfield Road has the 26th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Thatcham Central and the 149th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 Northfield Road, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £547,500 | 2021-06-30 | £633,645 |
| 92 Northfield Road, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2019-09-25 | £566,917 |
| 98 Northfield Road, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2017-07-18 | £631,801 |
| 90 Northfield Road, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2010-01-22 | £443,304 |
| 96 Northfield Road, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2008-01-21 | £434,391 |
RG18 3EN 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 3,959 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 | 394 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thatcham Park CofE Primary Park Avenue , RG18 4NP | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Infant School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Junior School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Finian's Catholic Primary School The Ridge , Cold Ash RG18 9HU | 3out of 4 | 1,810 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,911 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's School Andover Road , RG14 6JP | 3out of 4 | 5,191 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 | 5,279 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 | 2,281 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downe House Cold Ash , RG18 9JJ | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Castle School Love Lane , Donnington RG14 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,535 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools Marlston House , Hermitage RG18 9UL | - not rated | 4,641 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icollege Alternative Provision 88 Newtown Road , RG14 7BT | 3out of 4 | 4,676 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Wellbeing Hub | Central Family Hub Park Lane | 678 yd | |
| Thatcham Town Cricket Club | Thatcham Town Council Brownsfield Road | 791 yd | |
| Pop Inn Cafe | 7, Crown Mead Bath Road | 924 yd | |
| Spice | 35 - 37 High Street | 1,008 yd | |
| Vaccaros | 29C High Street | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red & Blue Trading Ltd @ Thatcham RFC | Henwick Worthy Sports Ground Henwick Lane | 850 yd | |
| Crickets | The Crickets, 24 High Street | 1,054 yd | |
| White Hart, The | The White Hart, 2 High Street | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 65 Bath Road | 599 yd | |
| Pizza Bella Chicken | 8, Crown Mead Bath Road | 922 yd | |
| Crown Mead Fish Bar | 1, Crown Mead Bath Road | 940 yd | |
| Indishes | Unit 3 Green Lane | 978 yd | |
| Ali Baba | Unit 3 Green Lane | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73 Northfield Road | 174 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitelands Park Primary School SAGECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 270 yd |
| Regency Park Health Club BOWLING GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 452 yd |
| Lower Way Open Space (Closed) Lower Way | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Henwick Worthy Sports Ground HENWICK WORTHY SPORTS GROUND HENWICK WORTHY SPORTS GROUND HENWICK LANE | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 925 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 | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 270.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.