41,986TOTAL POPULATION
17,007HOUSEHOLDS
3.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£50,960AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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RG22 POSTCODE REGION

Reading (RG22)

The RG22 postcode area is located in the Reading postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 1015 individual postcodes.

There are 13 electoral wards in the RG22 postcode area, including Basingstoke, Bracknell, Crowthorne, Henley-On-Thames, Hook, Hungerford, Newbury, Reading, Tadley, Thatcham, Whitchurch, Wokingham which come under the local authority of the Basingstoke and Deane Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in RG22 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of RG22 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The RG22 postcode is located in the Reading district of Berkshire, England, and covers a large swath of land on the north side of the town, stretching from around Mortimer to as far out as Bradfield. The postcode affords those living in the area close access to a variety of services, and the quality of the local schools is often considered noteworthy.

The majority of the land within the RG22 postcode is rural farmland, however this area is becoming more and more desirable to those wishing to move out of London and into the countryside, and consequently property prices here have been steadily increasing over the past few years. The postcode is located in close proximity to the A4 and M4, meaning drivers have easy access to London, Bristol and other nearby major cities.

Train travellers would be well-advised to take advantage of Reading's dozens of overground and underground service lines, and there is also a good bus network within the area.

For those looking for leisure activities, the RG22 area also offers plenty. Mortimer Common and its surrounding woodland are a popular spot for walking, hiking, and cycling, and there are plenty of outdoor and sporting activities to explore, including rugby, football and cricket clubs. The nearby towns of Burghfield and Tadley both contain a handful of pubs, restaurants, and shopping districts, making them ideal locations for those looking for a bit of entertainment.

Those interested in culture may find the small villages of Midgham and Churchend appealing, which contain some of the oldest churches in the county. Local wildlife, including deer and foxes, are frequently spotted in the area, and its many woodlands and meadows are a great place to watch birds. In addition, the nearby North Wessex Downs offer views for miles, and make excellent photography locations.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in RG22 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 26%AB
  • 53%C2/C2
  • 22%DE

According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 88%WHITE
  • 12%NON-WHITE

88% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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RG22Hampshire

Hampshire

The county of Hampshire

RG22 is located in the county of Hampshire, in England.

Hampshire has a total population of 1,829,500, making it the 5th largest county in the UK.

Hampshire has a total area of 1455 square miles, and a population density of 485 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Hampshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeRG22
Postal TownReading
MSOA NameBasingstoke and Deane 016
LSOA NameBasingstoke and Deane 016E
CountyHampshire
RegionHampshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBasingstoke and Deane
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

RG22 Electoral Wards

The postal region of RG22, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Basingstoke
Brighton Hill
Buckskin
Cliddesden
Cranbourne
Hatch Warren
Houndmills
Kempshott
King's Furlong
South Ham
South View
West Ham
Winklebury
Worting
Browse Postcodes in RG22

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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