About Aldermaston Soke

Aldermaston Soke is a small settlement located in the county of Berkshire, in the south of England. It lies within the wider Aldermaston area, near the border with Wiltshire. The village is part of the civil parish of Aldermaston and is situated close to the River Kennet, which flows through the region. The area is largely rural, with open fields and scattered houses typical of the English countryside. The postcode area RG7 covers the village and surrounding land, placing it within the broader Reading postal region. While not a large community, Aldermaston Soke retains a quiet, village atmosphere with a strong sense of local identity. It is accessible by road via the A339, which connects it to nearby towns such as Newbury and Reading. The area is known for its agricultural landscape and proximity to historic sites, including the nearby Aldermaston Castle earthworks.

School Ratings in Aldermaston Soke

Families in Aldermaston Soke have access to 29 local schools. Haywards Farm School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aldermaston Soke

Homes sell for an average of £542K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £682K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aldermaston Soke

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Aldermaston Soke, with 16 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aldermaston Soke

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aldermaston Soke among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Aldermaston Soke

Aldermaston Soke benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,313 sales

Average Price £542K
£500 — £16M
Detached £682K 2,117
Semi £435K 1,432
Terraced £347K 796
Flat £244K 627

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
3 Secondary
6 Other
Tadley Court School Good 1 miles Silchester Church of England Primary School Primary 1 miles Bishopswood Junior School Primary Good 1.7 miles Bishopswood Infant School Primary Good 1.7 miles Home Tree Children's Centre 1.7 miles Burnham Copse Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Tadley Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Aldermaston C.E. Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles The Hurst School Secondary Good 2.5 miles Mortimer St. John's C.E. Infant School Primary 2.6 miles Grantham Farm Montessori School Outstanding 2.8 miles Sulhamstead and Ufton Nervet School Primary Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Aldermaston Soke IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Aldermaston Soke experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
12,774 Children (0-15) 21%
37,256 Working Age 61%
14,277 Older (60+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aldermaston Soke 51 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Aldermaston Soke are lower than the England and Wales average. While shoplifting is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

16 Shoplifting
15 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
2 Other Theft
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Aldermaston Train Station 2.3 miles
Midgham Train Station 3.3 miles
Mortimer Train Station 3.6 miles
Bramley (Hampshire) Train Station 3.7 miles
Theale Train Station 5.1 miles
Thatcham Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pamber Heath 0.6 miles Padworth Common 0.9 miles Silchester 0.9 miles Mortimer West End 1.2 miles Tadley 1.4 miles Three Ashes 1.8 miles Aldermaston 1.8 miles Heath End 2 miles Padworth 2 miles Four Houses Corner 2.2 miles Latchmere Green 2.2 miles Haughurst Hill 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Wokingham
County Hampshire
Ward Swallowfield
Constituency Wokingham
Parish Shinfield
Region South East

Streets in RG7 30 shown View all streets

A33 1 A340 8 Abbey Gardens 2 Abbey Park 1 Abbot's Road 2 Acorn Gardens 2 Addams Mews 1 Admoor Lane 1 Albert Close 1 Alder Glade 1 Alderfield Close 1 Aldermaston Wharf Woodlands 2 Alison Close 1 Allfrey Grove 1 Andrews Close 1 Angel Mead 1 Anstey Place 1 Anvil Close 3 Appleby Walk 1 Appletree Lane 2 Arrowhead Road 5 Ash Grove 1 Ash Lane 2 Ashampstead Road 29 Askew Drive 1 Asparagus Close 1 Auclum Close 1 Auclum Lane 4 Avon Way 1 B3051 18

Postcodes in RG7 50 shown View all postcodes

RG7 1AA RG7 1AB RG7 1AD RG7 1AE RG7 1AF RG7 1AH RG7 1AJ RG7 1AL RG7 1AN RG7 1AP RG7 1AQ RG7 1AR RG7 1AS RG7 1AT RG7 1AU RG7 1AW RG7 1AX RG7 1AY RG7 1AZ RG7 1BA RG7 1BB RG7 1BD RG7 1BE RG7 1BF RG7 1BG RG7 1BH RG7 1BJ RG7 1BL RG7 1BN RG7 1BQ RG7 1BS RG7 1BT RG7 1BU RG7 1BW RG7 1BX RG7 1BY RG7 1BZ RG7 1DA RG7 1DB RG7 1DD RG7 1DE RG7 1DF RG7 1DG RG7 1DH RG7 1DJ RG7 1DL RG7 1DN RG7 1DP RG7 1DQ RG7 1DR