Norlands is in Thatcham and in Newbury district. RG18 3FE is located in the Thatcham North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newbury. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norlands, Thatcham, RG18 3FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG18 3FG, RG18 3EY, RG18 3ER, RG18 3EN, RG18 3FF, RG18 3FH, RG18 3AU, RG18 3FB, RG18 3AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RG18 3FE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 49.1% | 52.8% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 47.2% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 RG18 3FE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 25.3% | 23% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 51.9% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 12.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 11.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 41.8% | 39.9% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 40.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 14% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| 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 | 19.9% | 20% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.2% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 5.5% | -1.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 17.4% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 28.9% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.1% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.7% | 90.9% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 97.1% | 91.5% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 90.9% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.9% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norlands was 7.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Thatcham Central average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Norlands has the 4th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Thatcham Central and the 19th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Norlands, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-03-21 | £425,428 |
| 4 Norlands, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2024-11-05 | £414,603 |
| 14 Norlands, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2023-11-03 | £404,150 |
| 2 Norlands, Thatcham, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-02-28 | £381,109 |
| 14 Norlands, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2018-11-30 | £393,282 |
RG18 3FE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RG18 3FE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 4,093 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 | 302 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thatcham Park CofE Primary Park Avenue , RG18 4NP | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Infant School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Junior School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Finian's Catholic Primary School The Ridge , Cold Ash RG18 9HU | 3out of 4 | 1,697 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 | 1,838 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 3,832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's School Andover Road , RG14 6JP | 3out of 4 | 5,328 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 | 5,410 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 | 2,415 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downe House Cold Ash , RG18 9JJ | - not rated | 3,170 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools Marlston House , Hermitage RG18 9UL | - not rated | 4,533 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Love Lane , Donnington RG14 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,652 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icollege Alternative Provision 88 Newtown Road , RG14 7BT | 3out of 4 | 4,813 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 | 554 yd | |
| Thatcham Town Cricket Club | Thatcham Town Council Brownsfield Road | 768 yd | |
| Pop Inn Cafe | 7, Crown Mead Bath Road | 912 yd | |
| Spice | 35 - 37 High Street | 974 yd | |
| Vaccaros | 29C High Street | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red & Blue Trading Ltd @ Thatcham RFC | Henwick Worthy Sports Ground Henwick Lane | 987 yd | |
| Crickets | The Crickets, 24 High Street | 1,020 yd | |
| White Hart, The | The White Hart, 2 High Street | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 65 Bath Road | 685 yd | |
| Pizza Bella Chicken | 8, Crown Mead Bath Road | 911 yd | |
| Crown Mead Fish Bar | 1, Crown Mead Bath Road | 925 yd | |
| Indishes | Unit 3 Green Lane | 982 yd | |
| Ali Baba | Unit 3 Green Lane | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73 Northfield Road | 237 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitelands Park Primary School SAGECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| Regency Park Health Club BOWLING GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 472 yd |
| Lower Way Open Space (Closed) Lower Way | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Henwick Worthy Sports Ground HENWICK WORTHY SPORTS GROUND HENWICK WORTHY SPORTS GROUND HENWICK LANE | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,062 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 | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.5% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.