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West Berkshire

About

West Berkshire is a district in the southeastern part of England, covering an area of approximately 704 square kilometers. It borders Hampshire, Oxfordshire, and Wiltshire, with the River Kennet flowing through its central region. The district includes the market town of Newbury, along with smaller towns like Thatcham and Hungerford. The landscape features a mix of rolling countryside, chalk downlands, and sections of the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The area has strong transport links, with the M4 motorway and mainline rail services connecting it to London and other major cities. Agriculture and light industry play a role in the local economy, while the presence of high-tech businesses has grown in recent years. West Berkshire also has historical significance, with sites like Highclere Castle and the ancient Ridgeway path attracting visitors. The district offers a balance of rural and urban living, with access to open spaces and modern amenities.

Area overview

On average West Berkshire has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Berkshire is £58,236 per year. There are 99 schools in West Berkshire: 67 primary (4 Outstanding and 59 Good) and 10 secondary (3 Outstanding and 6 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

West Berkshire Population

161,447

Population density

229.3 per km²

Demographics

British

138,253

85.63%

Other White

8,379

5.19%

Indian

3,087

1.91%

Irish

1,404

0.87%

White and Asian (mixed)

1,274

0.79%

Total population: 161,447

Housing

Owns outright

23,209

34.82%

Owns with a mortgage

21,828

32.75%

Private landlord or letting agency

9,668

14.5%

Other social rented

8,518

12.78%

Other forms of private rent

1,763

2.64%

Total households: 66,658

Property prices in West Berkshire

Based on 2,061 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in West Berkshire area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £4,500,000.

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 West Berkshire over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	650	£620,500	£391,175	£500,000	£800,000	£1,305,500
Flats	340	£210,000	£107,900	£174,625	£250,000	£349,953
Semi-Detached	640	£405,000	£250,000	£350,000	£475,000	£650,000
Terraced	431	£336,000	£220,000	£297,750	£380,000	£490,000

10 years median price trend in West Berkshire

Data Sources

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

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

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