RG20 7DS is in Chaddleworth, Newbury and West Berkshire district. RG20 7DS is located in the Downlands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newbury. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chaddleworth, Newbury, RG20 7DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG20 7DS 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 | 51.7% | 51.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.7% | 0.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of RG20 7DS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 24.3% | 29.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 53.9% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 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 | 52.9% | 47.2% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 36.7% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 12.9% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 13.6% | 13.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.3% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.2% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.7% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 32.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.8% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 95.8% | 94.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 3.6% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around RG20 7DS was 45.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.7% higher than the Chieveley & Cold Ash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
RG20 7DS has the 16th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Chieveley & Cold Ash and the 233rd highest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broxton Purley Farm, Newbury, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2003-11-05 | £667,563 |
RG20 7DS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
RG20 7DS 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 | 176 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Information and communication | 27 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Other | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaddleworth St Andrew's C.E. Primary School Chaddleworth , RG20 7DT | 3out of 4 | 67 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brightwalton C.E. Aided Primary School Common Lane , Brightwalton RG20 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,377 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shefford C.E. Primary School Wantage Road , Great Shefford RG17 7DB | 3out of 4 | 3,810 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest New Barn School Welford , Newbury RG20 8HZ | - not rated | 4,404 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ibex Inn | Ibex Inn Main Street, Chaddleworth | 421 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chaddleworth Cricket Club Botmoor Way | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.