Ruddlesway is in Windsor and in Windsor And Maidenhead district. SL4 5SJ is located in the Clewer & Dedworth West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Windsor. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ruddlesway, Windsor, SL4 5SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SL4 5SW, SL4 5FZ, SL4 5SL, SL4 5SR, SL4 5SN, SL4 5SP, SL4 5RG, SL4 4LA, SL4 4JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SL4 5SJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 50.3% | 53.7% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 46.3% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 SL4 5SJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 29.6% | 23.1% | -6.5% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 59.6% | 8.4% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 5.5% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 8.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 56.9% | 45.5% | -11.4% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 41.8% | 11.7% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 9.8% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 20.9% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9.1% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 13.4% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 4.7% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.6% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 32.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 6.9% | 13% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 9.9% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 6.8% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 83.7% | 71.6% | -12.1% | 81.4% | -9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 81.2% 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 | 88.2% | 81.2% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 7.7% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 9.2% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 81.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.1% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.1% | 0.3% | -10.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 9.3% | 1.7% | 7.6% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 10.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ruddlesway was 27.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.5% lower than the Clewer & Dedworth East average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Ruddlesway has the 19th lowest crime rate of 88 local areas in Clewer & Dedworth East and the 131st lowest crime rate of 450 local areas in Windsor and Maidenhead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Ruddlesway, Windsor, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-09-28 | £577,602 |
| 119 Ruddlesway, Windsor, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2021-09-20 | £504,093 |
| 117 Ruddlesway, Windsor, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-05-28 | £467,051 |
| 119 Ruddlesway, Windsor, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £387,500 | 2017-07-07 | £439,078 |
| 111 Ruddlesway, Windsor, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2015-04-17 | £534,048 |
SL4 5SJ 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 SL4 5SJ 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 | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lawns Nursery School Imperial Road , SL4 3RU | 4out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalvey Nursery School & Early Years Centre Ladbrooke Road , Chalvey SL1 2SR | 4out of 4 | 4,526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cippenham Nursery School St Andrews Way , Cippenham SL1 5NL | 3out of 4 | 4,578 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homer First School and Nursery Testwood Road , SL4 5RL | 3out of 4 | 256 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dedworth Green First School Smiths Lane , SL4 5PE | - not rated | 623 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dedworth Green First School Smiths Lane , SL4 5PE | - not rated | 623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexander First School Kenneally , Oakley Green SL4 4XP | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilltop First School Clewer Hill Road , SL4 4DW | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Girls' School Imperial Road , SL4 3RT | - not rated | 2,065 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Windsor Girls' School Imperial Road , SL4 3RT | 2out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Windsor Boys' School 1 Maidenhead Road , SL4 5EH | - not rated | 2,484 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Windsor Boys' School 1 Maidenhead Road , SL4 5EH | 3out of 4 | 2,484 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Princess Margaret CofE Royal Free School Bourne Avenue , SL4 3JP | - not rated | 3,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dedworth Middle School Smiths Lane , SL4 5PE | 3out of 4 | 642 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dedworth Middle School Smiths Lane , SL4 5PE | - not rated | 642 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Royal Free Ecumenical Middle School, Windsor Parsonage Lane , SL4 5EN | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trevelyan Middle School Wood Close , SL4 3LL | 3out of 4 | 3,153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trevelyan Middle School Wood Close , SL4 3LL | - not rated | 3,153 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Academy Ladbrooke Road , SL1 2SR | - not rated | 4,520 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Academy Ladbrooke Road , SL1 2SR | 1out of 4 | 4,559 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haileybury Junior School Clewer Manor , Imperial Road SL4 3RS | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Green Room School 4A Albert Street , SL4 5BU | - not rated | 2,556 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton House School 115 , St Leonard's Road SL4 3DF | - not rated | 3,066 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's House School, Windsor 77a Frances Road , SL4 3AQ | - not rated | 3,234 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eton Dorney Independent Therapeutic School 34 Lake End Road , Dorney SL4 6QS | - not rated | 3,245 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raffs Cafe | 280 Dedworth Road, Windsor | 517 yd | |
| Community Centre Annex | Community Centre, Kenneally Road | 625 yd | |
| Best One | 10 - 12 Longmead, Windsor | 839 yd | |
| Running Man Cafe | All Saints C Of E Church, Dedworth Road | 878 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns Pizza, 207 Dedworth Road | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greene Oak | Dedworth Road, Windsor | 742 yd | |
| Eton Excelsior Rowing Club At Windsor Marina | Windsor Marina, Maidenhead Road | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Blossoms of Windsor | Blossoms of Windsor, 390 Dedworth Road | 247 yd | |
| Yo\! To Go\! At Tesco | Tesco, Dedworth Road | 404 yd | |
| Big Joes Fish And Chips | 244 Dedworth Road, Windsor | 508 yd | |
| Summer Valley Takeaway Limited | Summer Valley Chinese Takeaway, 205 Dedworth Road | 881 yd | |
| Scott's Fish & Chips | Scotts Fish And Chips, 185 Dedworth Road | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Dedworth Road, Windsor | 403 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dedworth Middle School SMITHS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 642 yd |
| Alexander First School KENNEALLY ROAD | grass pitches | 665 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.