Phillips Close is in Woodley, Reading and in Wokingham district. RG5 4XD is located in the Loddon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reading East. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Phillips Close, Woodley, Reading, RG5 4XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG5 4XE, RG5 4XB, RG5 4UN, RG5 4UH, RG5 4XA, RG5 4XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RG5 4XD is primarily male, with 54.7% of the population 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 | 48.3% | 45.3% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 51.7% | 54.7% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
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 RG5 4XD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.1% 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 | 27.2% | 28.5% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 64.1% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 19.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.3%) 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 | 69.1% | 61.1% | -8.0% | 48.4% | 12.7% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 32.2% | 5.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 3.6% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -7.5% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around RG5 4XD this area, 3.7% 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 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.7% | 3.7% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 5.9% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.1% | 17.6% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 17.3% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.8% | 48.1% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 14.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 90.4% | 87.3% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 5.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 92.6% | 89.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 89.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Phillips Close was 21.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.2% lower than the Bulmershe & Coronation average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Phillips Close has the 21st lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Bulmershe & Coronation and the 190th lowest crime rate of 522 local areas in Wokingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Phillips Close, Reading, Wokingham Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2024-11-29 | £780,242 |
| 7 Phillips Close, Reading, Wokingham Detached, an established residential building | £726,500 | 2023-07-20 | £776,137 |
| 5 Phillips Close, Reading, Wokingham Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2022-10-25 | £871,373 |
| 2 Phillips Close, Reading, Wokingham Detached, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2021-09-22 | £729,755 |
| 7 Phillips Close, Reading, Wokingham Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2020-12-04 | £732,887 |
RG5 4XD 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 | 141 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Information and communication | 37 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ambleside Centre Ambleside Close , Woodley RG5 4JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,006 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caversham Nursery School 114 Amersham Road , Caversham RG4 5NA | 4out of 4 | 5,460 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodley CofE Primary School Hurricane Way , Woodley RG5 4UX | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Bank Infant School Duffield Road , Woodley RG5 4RW | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Bank Junior School Duffield Road , Woodley RG5 4RW | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivermead Primary School Loddon Bridge Road , Woodley RG5 4BS | 3out of 4 | 1,858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School Western Avenue , RG5 3BH | 3out of 4 | 1,916 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waingels Waingels Road , Woodley RG5 4RF | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulmershe School Woodlands Avenue , Woodley RG5 3EU | 3out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forest School Robin Hood Lane , Winnersh RG41 5NE | 2out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Maiden Erlegh School Silverdale Rd , Earley RG6 7HS | 3out of 4 | 4,309 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maiden Erlegh School in Reading 81 Crescent Road , RG1 5SL | 3out of 4 | 4,690 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Piggott School Twyford Road , Wargrave RG10 8DS | 3out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addington School Woodlands Avenue , Woodley RG5 3EU | 4out of 4 | 2,874 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dolphin School Waltham Rd , Hurst RG10 0FR | - not rated | 2,889 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reading Blue Coat School Holme Park , Sonning Lane RG4 6SU | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shiplake College Shiplake Court , Shiplake RG9 4BW | - not rated | 4,550 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's College Upper Redlands Road , Reading RG1 5JT | - not rated | 5,319 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalpari of Woodley | Shop Unit 4, Loddon Vale Centre | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron on the Ford | Landsend Lane | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Shop Unit 8, Loddon Vale Centre | 899 yd | |
| Want Want | 2 The Parade, Brecon Road | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Shop Unit 7, Loddon Vale Centre | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandford Park HURRICANE WAY | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Woodley Ce Primary School HURRICANE WAY | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Waingels College WAINGELS ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Core Fitness Woodley SHOP 6 SHOP 6 LODDON VALE CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Willow Bank Junior School DUFFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,074 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 276.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.