Essex Rise is in Warfield, Bracknell and in Bracknell Forest district. RG42 3XG is located in the Whitegrove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Windsor. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Essex Rise, Warfield, Bracknell, RG42 3XG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG42 3QJ, RG42 3QZ, RG42 3QY, RG42 3XQ, RG42 3XP, RG42 3TG, RG42 3XR, RG42 3QL, RG42 3XD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG42 3XG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 48.9% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.1% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 RG42 3XG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% 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 | 8.2% | 26.6% | 18.4% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 82.3% | 63.5% | -18.8% | 44.2% | 19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 6.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 (93.5%) 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 | 74.7% | 64.8% | -9.9% | 48.4% | 16.4% |
| Good health | 22.4% | 28.7% | 6.3% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 2% | 5.6% | 3.6% | 12.7% | -7.1% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around RG42 3XG this area, 6.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 5.7% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 18.4% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 3.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 17.1% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.4% | 46.1% | -10.3% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.7% | 4% | -1.7% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.5% | 90.2% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 89.1% | 85.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.9% | 85.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 0.3% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.5% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Essex Rise was 26.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.0% higher than the Whitegrove average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Essex Rise has the 6th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Whitegrove and the 108th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in Bracknell Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 158.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Essex Rise, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-02-14 | £627,535 |
| 5 Essex Rise, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2023-04-14 | £613,142 |
| 11 Essex Rise, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2022-10-07 | £674,549 |
| 9 Essex Rise, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2022-08-30 | £734,647 |
| 6 Essex Rise, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2021-02-19 | £658,092 |
RG42 3XG 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.
The percentage of student residents living in RG42 3XG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Information and communication | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitegrove Primary School Westmorland Drive , Warfield RG42 3QS | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warfield Church of England Primary School All Saints Rise & Sopwith Road , Warfield RG42 3SS | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Spring Primary School Lily Hill Road , RG12 2SW | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bracknell Gipsy Lane , RG12 9AP | 4out of 4 | 1,585 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winkfield St Mary's CofE Primary School Winkfield Row , RG42 6NH | 3out of 4 | 1,651 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garth Hill College Bull Lane , RG42 2AD | 3out of 4 | 1,618 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranelagh School Ranelagh Drive , RG12 9DA | 4out of 4 | 2,155 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brakenhale School Rectory Lane , RG12 7BA | 3out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthampstead Park Community School Ringmead , RG12 8FS | 3out of 4 | 5,256 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Academy Binfield St. Georges Park , Binfield RG42 4FS | - not rated | 3,874 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambrook School Winkfield Row , RG42 6LU | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield School London Road , SL5 8BQ | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| LVS Ascot London Road , SL5 8DR | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennel Lane School Kennel Lane , RG42 2EX | 3out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowbrook Montessori School Malt Hill , Warfield RG42 6JQ | - not rated | 2,620 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Tesco Stores Ltd, 17 County Lane, Warfield | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Wok | 5 Bullbrook Row | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, 17 County Lane, Warfield | 589 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westmorland Park Westmorland Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 726 yd |
| Bracknell Lawn Tennis Club LILY HILL ROAD | tennis courts | 865 yd |
| Holly Spring Junior School LILY HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.