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Westwood

England / South East / West Berkshire / Westwood

About

Westwood is a residential area located in the town of Newbury, within West Berkshire. It is situated to the south of the town center, offering easy access to local amenities and transport links. The area features a mix of housing, including detached and semi-detached homes, as well as some smaller terraced properties. Green spaces like Goldwell Park provide recreational opportunities for residents.

The area is well-connected, with the A34 and M4 motorway nearby, making it convenient for commuters. Local schools, shops, and healthcare facilities are within reach, catering to everyday needs. Westwood has a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to Newbury’s bustling town center, which offers shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. The Kennet and Avon Canal runs nearby, adding to the area’s appeal for walkers and cyclists.

Area overview

On average Westwood has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 0.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westwood is £58,700 per year. There are 4 schools in Westwood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

1/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

0.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Westwood Population

5,946

Population density

2,349.7 per km²

Demographics

British

5,210

87.64%

Other White

165

2.78%

Indian

109

1.83%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.86%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.84%

Total population: 5,945

Housing

Owns outright

1,201

51.15%

Owns with a mortgage

956

40.72%

Private landlord or letting agency

131

5.58%

Other forms of private rent

1.32%

Other social rented

0.98%

Total households: 2,348

Property prices in Westwood

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £430,000 in Westwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £205,000 up to £862,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	15	£530,000	£406,000	£487,500	£645,000	£713,750
Flats	2	£220,000	£206,500	£212,500	£227,500	£233,500
Semi-Detached	38	£425,000	£365,000	£382,500	£464,250	£568,000
Terraced	11	£425,000	£307,000	£330,000	£448,500	£481,250

10 years price trend in Westwood

All postcodes in Westwood

RG316SH

Cotswold Way

RG316PH

Hartslock Way

RG316QB

Fairford Road

RG316ST

Cotswold Way

RG314EU

Farm Drive

RG315TQ

Little Heath Road

RG315UJ

Clements Mead

RG316RY

Fullbrook Crescent

RG316SN

Cotswold Way

RG315NG

Westwood

RG316SX

Dark Lane

RG316RH

Copse Close

RG315UG

Long Lane

RG316NU

Overdown Road

RG316QL

Kirkfell Close

RG316SE

Tring Road

RG315QF

Barefoot Close

RG316LT

Westwood Row

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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