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Reading (RG26)
The RG26 postcode area is located in the Reading postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 1171 individual postcodes.
There are 53 electoral wards in the RG26 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, 34% of people in RG26 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 RG26 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
RG26 is a postcode located in Hampshire in the UK. It includes the towns of Baughurst, Brimpton, Padworth, Pamber End, Silchester and Stroud.
The postcode is bordered by RG7 and RG27 and is 7 miles south of Reading. It is a predominantly rural area and the majority of its population lives in the villages of Baughurst and Brimpton and in the town of Silchester.
The area is part of both the North Hampshire Downs and South West Hampshire Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is also home to Padworth Common Nature Reserve, a large area of wet meadows and streams, and Chalk Down, a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The area is well-known for its livestock and agriculture, but there are also numerous businesses located in the area.
The area has good transport connections and is served by the A340 and A339 roads. The nearest railway station is at Bramley, which is on the Waterloo to Reading line and is approximately 4.5 miles away. The nearest airports are Southampton and London Heathrow, both approximately 50 miles away.
There are a variety of local amenities available in the area including shops, pharmacies, churches, a post office, pubs, hairdressers and a mobile library. Primary and secondary schools are also available in the area, and the nearest college of further education is Reading College, approximately 17 miles away.
RG26 is a great place to live, with its countryside surroundings, good transport links and local amenities. It is a peaceful area and its tranquil countryside lends itself to outdoor activities including walking and cycling. It is a great location for families looking for a quiet and safe place to live.
Demographics
Hampshire
RG26 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.
| Outward Code | RG26 |
| Postal Town | Reading |
| MSOA Name | Basingstoke and Deane 002 |
| LSOA Name | Basingstoke and Deane 002B |
| County | Hampshire |
| Region | Hampshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Basingstoke and Deane |
| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
RG26 Electoral Wards
The postal region of RG26, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Thursday, January 23, 2025
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.