RG8 8ES is in Tidmarsh, Reading and Newbury district. RG8 8ES is located in the Pangbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reading West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tidmarsh, Reading, RG8 8ES 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. However, the area surrounding RG8 8ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 52.5% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 47.5% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 8ES there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 18.4% | 24.7% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 52.3% | -12.3% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9% | 13.6% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 7.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 55.5% | 52.3% | -3.2% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 35.6% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 9.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 8ES this area, 9.4% 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 50.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 9.4% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 11.1% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.8% | 50.9% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 17.1% |
| Other | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 89.8% | -7.9% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 87.8% 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 | 91.7% | 87.8% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 87.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.1% | 9.1% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 1.5% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around RG8 8ES was 94.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.5% higher than the Pangbourne average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
RG8 8ES has the highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Pangbourne and the 104th highest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Street, Reading, West Berkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-06-23 | £408,281 |
| Melrow, Reading, West Berkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2022-03-18 | £1,351,201 |
| Kirkside, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-11-25 | £528,764 |
| Kirkside, Reading, West Berkshire Other, an established residential building | £5,000 | 2021-05-21 | £5,492 |
| Four Oaks, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £392,700 | 2020-11-27 | £458,301 |
RG8 8ES 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 retired residents living in RG8 8ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blagrave Nursery School Recreation Road , Tilehurst RG30 4UA | 4out of 4 | 4,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norcot Early Years Centre 82 Lyndhurst Road , Tilehurst RG30 6UB | 4out of 4 | 4,994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pangbourne Primary School Kennedy Drive , Pangbourne RG8 7LB | 3out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitchurch Primary School Eastfield Lane , Whitchurch-on-Thames RG8 7EJ | 4out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downsway Primary School Warbreck Drive , Tilehurst RG31 6FE | 3out of 4 | 2,866 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Lane Primary School Long Lane , Tilehurst RG31 6YG | 3out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birch Copse Primary School Wittenham Avenue , Tilehurst RG31 5LN | 4out of 4 | 3,270 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denefield School Long Lane , Tilehurst RG31 6XY | 3out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Heath School Little Heath Road , Tilehurst RG31 5TY | 3out of 4 | 2,955 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Theale Green School Church Street , RG7 5DA | 2out of 4 | 4,083 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pangbourne College , RG8 8LA | - not rated | 1,724 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfields Special School Sage Road , Tilehurst RG31 6SW | 4out of 4 | 3,209 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School Buckhold , Pangbourne RG8 8QA | - not rated | 3,469 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfield College , RG7 6AU | - not rated | 4,140 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Reading Empress Road , Calcot RG31 4XR | - not rated | 4,649 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound Inn,The | Greyhound Inn, Tidmarsh | 83 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tidmarsh Village Hall PEACE HAVEN PEACE HAVEN | 150 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 | 94.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| 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 | 5.7% |
| Median download speed | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 100.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.