The Quantocks is in Thatcham and in Newbury district. RG19 3SF is located in the Thatcham Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newbury. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Quantocks, Thatcham, RG19 3SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG19 3FL, RG19 3SQ, RG19 3XG, RG19 3XS, RG19 3XT, RG19 3PE, RG19 3FT, RG19 3XU, RG19 3XD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG19 3SF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48% | 48.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 33.1% | 31% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 46.4% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 11.7% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 47.7% | 42.9% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 38.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.8% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.9% | 15.5% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.3% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 20.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 27.3% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 96.3% | 92% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 92.3% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Quantocks was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.2% lower than the Thatcham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Quantocks has the 14th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Thatcham Central and the 74th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 The Quantocks, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-07-17 | £229,552 |
| 36 The Quantocks, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-11-28 | £253,622 |
| 37 The Quantocks, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-11-08 | £343,447 |
| 4 The Quantocks, Thatcham, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £340,550 | 2024-10-30 | £358,769 |
| 17 The Quantocks, Thatcham, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-10-07 | £388,780 |
RG19 3SF 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 RG19 3SF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,851 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spurcroft Primary School Spurcroft Road , RG19 3XX | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Junior School Thatcham Park Avenue , RG18 4NP | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thatcham Park CofE Primary Park Avenue , RG18 4NP | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Francis Baily Primary School Skillman Drive , RG19 4GG | 2out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Francis Baily Primary School Skillman Drive , RG19 4GG | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennet School Stoney Lane , RG19 4LL | - not rated | 798 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennet School Stoney Lane , RG19 4LL | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Turnpike School Gaywood Drive , RG14 2PS | - not rated | 3,833 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw House School Church Road , Shaw RG14 2DU | - not rated | 4,912 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Love Lane , Shaw RG14 2DU | 3out of 4 | 4,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbury College Monks Lane , RG14 7TD | - not rated | 5,306 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School 18 - 21 Church Gate , RG19 3PN | - not rated | 331 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Reintegration Service Moorside Community Centre , Urquhart Road RG19 4RE | - not rated | 426 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Centre Church Lane , RG19 3JL | - not rated | 451 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Service for Alternative Curriculum 14 - 19 Kennet Community Centre , Urquhart Road RG19 4LY | - not rated | 879 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Faith Christian School 3 Magpie Close , RG19 3RZ | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnation Day Care Services at Nevil Court | Nevil Court The Moors | 134 yd | |
| Blue Beetle Ceramics | Units 7 - 8, The Courtyard The Broadway | 422 yd | |
| Thatcham Tandoori | Unit 6, The Courtyard The Broadway | 422 yd | |
| Mandarin Court | Units 10 - 11, The Courtyard The Broadway | 423 yd | |
| Radish | William House The Moors | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Chequers, The | 36 The Broadway | 406 yd | |
| Paggies Bar | 15 Kingsland Centre | 494 yd | |
| White Hart, The | The White Hart, 2 High Street | 580 yd | |
| Crickets | The Crickets, 24 High Street | 582 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza House | Unit 9, The Courtyard The Broadway | 422 yd | |
| Simple Thai | Units 4 - 5, The Courtyard The Broadway | 422 yd | |
| Baguette de France | 20 The Broadway | 494 yd | |
| Papadom Indian Takeaway | 54 - 55 The Broadway | 532 yd | |
| Thatcham Kebabs | 16 High Street | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food Store, The | 24 - 26 The Broadway | 464 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Kingsland Centre The Broadway | 493 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Ground Floor, 1 - 2 Coombe Square | 701 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food, The | 4, The Burdwood Centre Station Road | 746 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spurcroft Primary School SPURCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Moorside COLDSTREAM WAY | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Kennet Leisure Centre STONEY LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 775 yd |
| Kennet School STONEY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 797 yd |
| Lower Way Open Space (Closed) Lower Way | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Francis Baily Primary School SKILLMAN DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 77.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.