Monks Alley is in Binfield, Bracknell and in Bracknell Forest district. RG42 5NY is located in the Binfield North & Warfield West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Windsor. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Monks Alley, Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 5NY 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 RG42 5NY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 51.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.6% | 48.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 5NY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.2% 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 | 24.7% | 23.5% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.1% | 62.2% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 18.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9.4% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.6%) 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 | 61.6% | 58.9% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 10.5% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 31.7% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 5.5% | 7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around RG42 5NY this area, 8.6% 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 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 13.6% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 17.7% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.8% | 49.3% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 15.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 91.2% | 92.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 93% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.8% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.5% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monks Alley was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.1% lower than the Binfield North & Warfield West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Monks Alley has the 18th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Binfield North & Warfield West and the 49th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in Bracknell Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Cottage Monks Alley, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £1,725,000 | 2021-06-30 | £1,960,677 |
| Wiltshire Cottage Monks Alley, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £1,625,000 | 2021-02-08 | £1,859,827 |
| Monks Alley House Monks Alley, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £3,525,000 | 2013-06-13 | £5,816,250 |
| Monks Lodge Monks Alley, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2002-06-06 | £1,825,532 |
| Monks Lodge Monks Alley, Bracknell, Bracknell Forest Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 1996-03-28 | £1,712,432 |
RG42 5NY 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 28 |
| Information and communication | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binfield Church of England Primary School Benetfeld Road , Binfield RG42 4EW | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Oakwood Chiltern View , Binfield RG42 4FY | - not rated | 2,222 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow Vale Primary School Moordale Avenue , RG42 1SY | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keep Hatch Primary School Ashridge Road , RG40 1PG | - not rated | 2,727 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE (Aided) Primary School Norreys Avenue , RG40 1UX | 3out of 4 | 2,843 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Crispin's School London Road , RG40 1SS | 3out of 4 | 3,311 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holt School Holt Lane , RG41 1EE | 4out of 4 | 3,909 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Emmbrook School Emmbrook Road , RG41 1JP | - not rated | 4,262 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garth Hill College Bull Lane , RG42 2AD | 3out of 4 | 4,297 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthampstead Park Community School Ringmead , RG12 8FS | 3out of 4 | 4,473 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 | 1,977 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cressex Lodge School Cressex Lodge , Terrace Road South RG42 4DE | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newbold School Popeswood Rd , Binfield RG42 4AH | - not rated | 1,659 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundry College Budges Gardens , RG40 1PX | 3out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Close School Wiltshire Road , RG40 1TS | 3out of 4 | 3,283 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennel Lane School Kennel Lane , RG42 2EX | 3out of 4 | 3,298 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen of Cooking | Binfield Club House Forest Road, Binfield | 586 yd | |
| Amir Restaurant | 9 Oakmede Place, Binfield | 588 yd | |
| The Foxes' Den Cafe CIC | Binfield Parish Council Benetfeld Road, Binfield | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binfield Cricket Club | Binfield Cricket Club Forest Road, Binfield | 247 yd | |
| Binfield Social Club | Binfield Club House Forest Road, Binfield | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binfield Kitchen | The Corner Shop Terrace Road North, Binfield | 587 yd | |
| The Big Thumb | 1, Ashleigh Terrace Road South, Binfield | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Co-operative Retail Forest Road, Binfield | 627 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| F.W.E. Goates Memorial Ground Forest Road | grass pitches | 236 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 | 36.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 288.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 273.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.