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Spencers Wood & Swallowfield

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About

Spencers Wood and Swallowfield are neighbouring villages located in the Wokingham borough of Berkshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles ranging from traditional cottages to modern developments. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and schools, catering to the needs of residents. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes and green spaces, such as the River Loddon and Swallowfield Park.

Swallowfield has historical significance, with landmarks like the 17th-century Swallowfield Park and St. Michael’s Church. Spencers Wood is more suburban, with easy access to the M4 motorway, providing links to Reading and London. Both villages maintain a community-focused atmosphere, with events and clubs organised by local groups. The area balances rural charm with practical connectivity.

Area overview

On average Spencers Wood & Swallowfield has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Spencers Wood & Swallowfield is £72,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Spencers Wood & Swallowfield: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
7.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Spencers Wood & Swallowfield Population
10,644
Population density
408 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,038
75.5%
Indian
649
6.1%
Other White
599
5.63%
African
242
2.27%
Other Asian
138
1.3%
Total population: 10,647

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,998
47.38%
Owns outright
1,142
27.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
405
9.6%
Shared ownership
253
6%
Social rents from council
189
4.48%
Total households: 4,217

Property prices in Spencers Wood & Swallowfield

Based on 187 recent sales, the median property price is £465,000 in Spencers Wood & Swallowfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £127,000 up to £2,800,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Spencers Wood & Swallowfield 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 Spencers Wood & Swallowfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached82£642,500
Flats32£252,500
Semi-Detached44£462,500
Terraced29£367,500

10 years median price trend in Spencers Wood & Swallowfield

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Spencers Wood & Swallowfield.

Data Sources

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