RG20 (Newbury)

Reading (RG20) Postcode Area

Located in the picturesque county of Berkshire, Newbury is a market town renowned for its rich history and modern amenities. With excellent transport links, including a direct train to London, commuting is a breeze. The town boasts a range of shops, restaurants, and green spaces, including the beautiful Canal Walk. Cultural highlights include the Corn Exchange and nearby Highclere Castle, famous for “Downton Abbey.” Families will appreciate the good schools and friendly community atmosphere, making Newbury a place to live.

Overview

Newbury (RG20) postcode district is located in the ceremonial county of Berkshire, and is part of the Reading postal town.

Settlements within RG20 include:

Ashansworth, Bagnor, Ball Hill, Beedon, Beedon Hill, Bishop's Green, Boxford, Brightwalton, Brightwalton Green, Brightwalton Holt, Broad Laying, Brock's Green, Burghclere, Burghclere Common, Catmore, Chaddleworth, Compton, Crockham Heath, Crux Easton, Downend, Earlstone Common, East End, East Ilsley, East Woodhay, Easton, Ecchinswell, Egypt, Elcot, Enborne, Enborne Row, Farnborough, Gore End, Halfway, Hamstead Marshall, Highclere, Hillgreen, Hoe Benham, Hollington, Hollington Cross, Hunt's Green, Kingsclere, Leckhampstead, Leckhampstead Thicket, Lilley, Marsh Benham, Mell Green, Newtown, Nodmore, North End, North Heath, Old Burghclere, Ownham, Peasemore, Penwood, Pound Street, Purton, Skinners Green, Southend, Stanmore, Stockcross, Sydmonton, The Mount, Tot Hill, Wash Water, Welford, West Ilsley, West Woodhay, Westbrook, Whitway, Wickham Heath, Winterbourne, Woodspeen, Woolton Hill, World's End

Households

16,453

Homes in RG20

49% male, 51% female
2.4 people per household

Household Income

£60,140

per annum

UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Poverty rate: 12%

Reading RG20 - Postcode

Postcode Area

RG20

Reading, Berkshire

Reading RG20 - Outward Codes

Total Outward Codes

1183

postcodes

Reading RG20 - Population

Population

19,902

people

Reading RG20 - Population Density

Population Density

499

people/km2

Reading RG20 - Income

Average Income

£60,140

per household

People and Demographics

Unemployment

Percentage of people in Reading RG20 who are classed as being unemployed at Census 2021.

  • UK average: 4.3%
    Unemployment Icon

    An unemployment rate of 5% in Newbury RG20 is slightly above the UK average of 4.3%, indicating a moderate level of joblessness.

    While some residents may face employment challenges, the rate still suggests a functioning local economy. Efforts to boost job opportunities could further enhance community stability and support the area's long-term growth.

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