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Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham

About

Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham ward encompasses a mix of residential and industrial land on the eastern edge of Thatcham. The area includes the Kennet and Avon Canal, which forms a key linear feature, and the substantial grounds of the former Colthrop Board Mills. Residential neighbourhoods are primarily located to the north and west, while the southern and eastern parts contain significant employment zones and open fields.

The ward is defined by its proximity to the River Kennet and the extensive Thatcham Reed Beds, a nationally important nature reserve. Industrial activity is centred on the Colthrop Industrial Estate, which hosts a variety of manufacturing and distribution businesses. The area is largely separate from the main town centre, with local services focused around a few key parades.

Area overview

On average Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham has very low deprivation and high crime levels, with around 158 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham is £73,663 per year. There are 2 schools in Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham is home to around 3,340 people, with a population density of about 272.7 per km2.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

158

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham Population

3,340

Population density

272.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

110.78(+251%)

Anti-social behaviour

15.27(+32%)

Public order

12.87(+111%)

Shoplifting

11.98(+49%)

Criminal damage and arson

8.38(+30%)

South East average

Demographics

British

3,029

90.72%

Other White

123

3.68%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.96%

Indian

0.75%

Irish

0.75%

Total population: 3,339

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

948

33.74%

Level 3 (A level)

459

16.33%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

432

15.37%

No qualifications

430

15.3%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

315

11.21%

Total 16+ residents: 2,810

Housing

Owns outright

632

44.82%

Owns with a mortgage

526

37.3%

Private landlord or letting agency

161

11.42%

Other social rented

4.18%

Other forms of private rent

0.99%

Total households: 1,410

Property prices in Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham area, with individual transactions ranging from £193,000 up to £940,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	12	£510,000	£440,875	£479,738	£527,250	£762,350
Flats	3	£195,000	£193,200	£194,000	£257,500	£307,500
Semi-Detached	16	£350,000	£225,500	£325,750	£380,000	£481,250
Terraced	6	£365,500	£236,250	£311,500	£400,000	£416,250

10 years median price trend in Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Thatcham Colthrop & Crookham

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