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Bracknell Forest

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About

Bracknell Forest is a borough in Berkshire, South East England, covering an area of approximately 109 square kilometres. It includes the towns of Bracknell, Sandhurst, and Crowthorne, as well as several smaller villages. The district is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with large areas of woodland, including Swinley Forest and parts of Windsor Great Park. The region has strong transport links, with the M3 and M4 motorways nearby and direct rail connections to London.

The area is home to a growing business sector, particularly in technology, with Bracknell serving as a hub for IT and corporate offices. Residential areas range from modern developments to older, established communities. Outdoor spaces like South Hill Park and the Look Out Discovery Centre provide recreational opportunities. The district also has a range of schools and colleges, catering to families and young professionals. Bracknell Forest balances urban development with green spaces, making it a practical choice for those seeking accessibility and natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Bracknell Forest has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bracknell Forest is £64,881 per year. There are 45 schools in Bracknell Forest: 30 primary (3 Outstanding and 23 Good) and 7 secondary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
12.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bracknell Forest Population
124,607
Population density
1,139.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
96,950
77.81%
Other White
8,956
7.19%
Indian
3,774
3.03%
Other Asian
3,111
2.5%
African
2,072
1.66%
Total population: 124,605

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
19,053
37.92%
Owns outright
14,488
28.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
6,957
13.85%
Other social rented
5,382
10.71%
Social rents from council
2,507
4.99%
Total households: 50,245

Property prices in Bracknell Forest

Based on 1,600 recent sales, the median property price is £406,000 in Bracknell Forest area, with individual transactions ranging from £101,250 up to £4,180,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bracknell Forest in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bracknell Forest over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached380£620,000
Flats315£240,000
Semi-Detached350£461,750
Terraced555£370,000

10 years median price trend in Bracknell Forest

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bracknell Forest.

All wards in Bracknell Forest

Binfield North & Warfield West

Binfield South & Jennett's Park

Bullbrook

Crowthorne

Easthampstead & Wildridings

Great Hollands

Hanworth

Harmans Water & Crown Wood

Owlsmoor & College Town

Priestwood & Garth

Sandhurst

Swinley Forest

Town Centre & The Parks

Whitegrove

Winkfield & Warfield East

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.