Wallingford Road is in Goring, Reading and in South Oxfordshire district. RG8 0AY is located in the Goring electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Henley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wallingford Road, Goring, Reading, RG8 0AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG8 0AX, RG8 0AU, RG8 0BE, RG8 9DE, RG8 0BH, RG8 0AQ, RG8 0BA, RG8 9BX, RG8 0AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG8 0AY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 50.7% | 48.8% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.2% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 RG8 0AY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.8% 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 | 12.4% | 18.6% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 75.2% | 67.8% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 23.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 (90.1%) 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 | 43.8% | 58.7% | 14.9% | 48.4% | 10.3% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 31.4% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 7.4% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 RG8 0AY this area, 3.8% 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 59.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.3% | 3.8% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -14.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 7.1% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 15.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 11.3% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 53% | 59.8% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 26.0% |
| Other | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 94.1% | 92.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 91.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.7% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 76.7% | 19.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 1.4% | 13.5% | -12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wallingford Road was 10.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.4% lower than the Goring average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Wallingford Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Goring and the 37th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Wallingford Road, Reading, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,330,000 | 2021-02-03 | £1,536,987 |
| 16 Wallingford Road, Reading, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2011-02-04 | £999,563 |
| 18 Wallingford Road, Reading, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £591,250 | 2007-04-24 | £1,071,001 |
The percentage of retired residents living in RG8 0AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goring Church of England Aided Primary School Wallingford Road , Goring-on-Thames RG8 0BG | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Streatley C.E. Voluntary Controlled School The Coombe , Streatley RG8 9QL | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Stoke Primary School The Street , South Stoke RG8 0JS | 3out of 4 | 2,476 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcote Primary School Reading Road , Woodcote RG8 0QY | 3out of 4 | 5,102 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Basildon C.E. Primary School School Lane , Upper Basildon RG8 8PD | 3out of 4 | 5,207 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langtree School Reading Road , Woodcote RG8 0RA | 3out of 4 | 5,041 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranford House School Trust Limited Moulsford , OX10 9HT | - not rated | 3,412 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulsford Preparatory School , OX10 9HR | - not rated | 3,563 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oratory Preparatory School Goring Heath , Reading RG8 7SF | - not rated | 4,376 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patisserie Angel | 38 Towse Court, Icknield Place | 445 yd | |
| Masooms | High Street | 624 yd | |
| The Goring Chocolate Cafe Ltd | 9 The Arcade, High Street | 627 yd | |
| The Miller of Mansfield | High Street | 642 yd | |
| Pierreponts Cafe | Pierreponts Restaurant, High Street | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goring Social Club | High Street | 577 yd | |
| The Catherine Wheel | Station Road | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goring Diner | Riverside Takeaway, High Street | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco, Reading Road | 586 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gardiner Recreation Ground WYVERN COTTAGE WYVERN COTTAGE UPPER RED CROSS ROAD | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Sheepcot Recreation Ground QUEENS COURT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 775 yd |
| The Swan At Streatley High Street | health and fitness suite | 939 yd |
| Streatley Recreation Ground CLEEVE COURT LODGE CLEEVE COURT LODGE | grass pitches | 969 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.