Ridgeway ward is located in West Berkshire, covering parts of the rural and semi-rural areas near the Hampshire border. The ward includes villages such as Burghclere, Highclere, and Woolton Hill, known for their historic charm and countryside surroundings. The area is characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and woodland, offering a quiet, residential atmosphere with easy access to nature.
Local amenities include village shops, pubs, and primary schools, catering to the needs of residents. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A34 providing links to Newbury, Basingstoke, and beyond. Highclere Castle, a popular tourist attraction, lies within the ward, adding a cultural and historical dimension to the area. Ridgeway maintains a strong community feel, with events and activities often centred around village life.
On average Ridgeway has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ridgeway is £65,959 per year. There are 5 schools in Ridgeway: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 32 recent sales, the median property price is £457,500 in Ridgeway area, with individual transactions ranging from £289,950 up to £1,885,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 14 | £743,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 13 | £425,000 |
| Terraced | 5 | £379,000 |
10 years price trend in Ridgeway
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Ilsley Road
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Newbury Lane
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Chieveley, East Isley & Compton
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Catmore Road
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Old Bothampstead Road
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Cheseridge Road
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Water Street
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Hermitage & Cold Ash
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Burrell Road
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Aldworth Road
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Chapel Lane
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Wyld Court Hill
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Aldworth Road
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Manor Crescent
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High Street
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Main Street
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Cow Lane
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Chapel Lane
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Downs Road
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High Street
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Cow Lane
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Water Street
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Hatchets Lane
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Cheseridge Road
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High Street
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Evans Way
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Shepherds Mount
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Copperage Road
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High Street
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Cow Lane
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Ilsley Road
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Church Lane
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Everington Lane
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Church Street
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Cheap Street
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Burrell Road
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Manor Crescent
RG206PT
Wallingford Road
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Shepherds Rise
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Dennisford Road
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Cow Lane
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Church Side
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High Street
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Beech Close
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Chapel Lane
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Hockham Road
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Manor Crescent
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Aldworth Road
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Chieveley, East Isley & Compton
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Broad Street
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Water Street
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Beech Close
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Yattendon Lane
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Yattendon Lane
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Chapel Lane
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Hockham Road
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Hermitage & Cold Ash
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High Street
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Hockham Road
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Catmore Road
RG180SJ
Newbury Hill
RG180TT
Hermitage & Cold Ash
RG180UE
Yattendon Lane
RG207AA
Churchway
RG207LE
Broad Street
RG207LG
Fidler's Lane
RG207LY
Churn Road
RG180TH
Hermitage & Cold Ash
RG189XA
Brocks Lane
RG206QL
Churn Road
RG206QU
Aldworth Road
RG206RG
Coombe Road
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Bury Lane
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Church Side
RG180TY
Newbury Hill
RG207PL
Cheseridge Road
RG206PA
Newbury Lane
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High Street
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Water Street
RG180TG
Beechcroft
RG180UW
Yattendon Lane
RG180XA
Church Lane
RG206PU
Wallingford Road
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Hermitage & Cold Ash
RG206QS
Horn Street
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Chieveley, East Isley & Compton
RG207AG
Catmore Road
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Bury Lane
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Old Stanmore Road
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Churn Road
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Cheseridge Road
RG206PD
Evans Way
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High Street
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Hermitage & Cold Ash
RG180TP
Dog Lane
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Yattendon Lane
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Yattendon Lane
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Bryants Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.