Eliot Close is in Thatcham and in Newbury district. RG18 3UG 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 Eliot Close, Thatcham, RG18 3UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG18 3UF, RG18 3UH, RG18 3BF, RG18 3AX, RG18 3BQ, RG18 3BA, RG18 3AY, RG18 3UE, RG18 3BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG18 3UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.8% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.2% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 3UG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 29.5% | 31.9% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 52% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 8.8% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 46% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 45.4% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 11.8% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 7% | -2.7% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 15.9% | 11% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 11.9% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 20.1% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 23.5% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 23.2% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.7% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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 | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.5% | 91.4% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
In this area, 87.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 87.1% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 4% | 5.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 87.3% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 7.5% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eliot Close was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.0% lower than the Thatcham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eliot Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Thatcham Central and the 76th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Eliot Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2025-02-28 | £353,197 |
| 3A Eliot Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-04-19 | £314,063 |
| 15 Eliot Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2024-03-22 | £334,456 |
| 18 Eliot Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-02-02 | £419,054 |
| 19 Eliot Close, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2023-06-30 | £298,896 |
RG18 3UG 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 | 152 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Information and communication | 27 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 4,424 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 | 203 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thatcham Park CofE Primary Park Avenue , RG18 4NP | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Infant School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Down Junior School Herons Way , RG19 3SR | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Finian's Catholic Primary School The Ridge , Cold Ash RG18 9HU | 3out of 4 | 1,538 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 | 1,594 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 4,163 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,745 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downe House Cold Ash , RG18 9JJ | - not rated | 3,222 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools Marlston House , Hermitage RG18 9UL | - not rated | 4,368 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle School Love Lane , Donnington RG14 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,981 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icollege Alternative Provision 88 Newtown Road , RG14 7BT | 3out of 4 | 5,120 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 | 230 yd | |
| Thatcham Town Cricket Club | Thatcham Town Council Brownsfield Road | 698 yd | |
| Pop Inn Cafe | 7, Crown Mead Bath Road | 852 yd | |
| Spice | 35 - 37 High Street | 856 yd | |
| Vaccaros | 29C High Street | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crickets | The Crickets, 24 High Street | 898 yd | |
| White Hart, The | The White Hart, 2 High Street | 901 yd | |
| Paggies Bar | 15 Kingsland Centre | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Bella Chicken | 8, Crown Mead Bath Road | 855 yd | |
| Crown Mead Fish Bar | 1, Crown Mead Bath Road | 856 yd | |
| Subway | 65 Bath Road | 873 yd | |
| Kings Chinese Takeaway | 27 High Street | 879 yd | |
| Berkshire Fry | 28 High Street | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73 Northfield Road | 480 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food Store, The | 24 - 26 The Broadway | 1,030 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Kingsland Centre The Broadway | 1,042 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Ground Floor, 1 - 2 Coombe Square | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitelands Park Primary School SAGECROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Lower Way Open Space (Closed) Lower Way | grass pitches | 703 yd |
| Regency Park Health Club BOWLING GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 723 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 | 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.