About Amen Corner

Amen Corner is a small settlement located in the county of Berkshire, in southern England. It falls within the RG12 postcode area and is situated near the town of Reading. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes set along quiet, tree-lined streets. Amen Corner is close to the River Thames, offering access to walking paths and local green spaces. It is well-connected by road, with the A329(M) and M4 motorway nearby, making commuting to London and other nearby towns straightforward. The community is served by local schools, shops, and a few public houses, contributing to a relaxed, everyday atmosphere. While not a major destination, it provides a peaceful environment for those seeking a suburban lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.

School Ratings in Amen Corner

Amen Corner is served by 107 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Amen Corner

Property prices average £416K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £332K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Amen Corner

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Amen Corner, with 61 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Amen Corner

Amen Corner falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Amen Corner

Most properties in Amen Corner can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,128 sales

Average Price £416K
£1K — £57M
Detached £552K 1,073
Semi £389K 1,250
Terraced £332K 3,088
Flat £222K 2,530

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

60 Primary
11 Secondary
36 Other
Jennett's Park CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Odyssey House School Good 0.5 miles King's Academy Oakwood Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles King's Academy Easthampstead Park Secondary 0.8 miles Floreat Montague Park Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.9 miles Great Hollands Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Newbold School Outstanding 1 miles Wildridings Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Wooden Hill Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.2 miles King's Academy Meadow Vale Primary 1.2 miles The Willows and Maples Children's Centre Requires Improvement 1.3 miles St Michael's Easthampstead Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Amen Corner IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Amen Corner among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
20,651 Children (0-15) 20%
65,644 Working Age 65%
20,538 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Amen Corner 487 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Amen Corner is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

184 Violence & Sexual Offences
61 Shoplifting
57 Anti-Social Behaviour
44 Other Theft
44 Vehicle Crime
31 Drugs
22 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Public Order
10 Other Crime
8 Burglary
4 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Thames Valley Bracknell Central South Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bracknell Train Station 1.5 miles
Wokingham Train Station 2.4 miles
Martins Heron Train Station 2.6 miles
Winnersh Train Station 4.2 miles
Sandhurst (Berks) Train Station 4.4 miles
Ascot (Berks) Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Popeswood 0.6 miles Great Hollands 0.9 miles Bracknell 1.2 miles Wildridings 1.2 miles Easthampstead 1.4 miles Priestwood 1.4 miles Holme Green 1.4 miles Hanworth 1.8 miles Honey Hill 1.8 miles Gardeners Green 1.8 miles Harmans Water 1.9 miles Binfield 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Bracknell Forest
Ward Harmans Water
Constituency Bracknell
Parish Bracknell
Region South East

Streets in RG12 30 shown View all streets

A322 2 Abbey Close 1 Abbotsbury 2 Abingdon Close 2 Acacia Court 1 Aldenham Terrace 2 Aldworth Close 2 Allsmoor Lane 4 Ambassador 1 Appledore 2 Arden Close 1 Ardingly 1 Arlington Square 1 Arncliffe 2 Ashbourne 2 Ashdown Close 1 Aston Grange 2 Austin Way 3 Avebury 1 Avocet Walk 1 Avon Grove 1 Axbridge 1 Aysgarth 3 Babbage Way 1 Badgers Way 1 Bagshot Road 7 Balfour Crescent 4 Banbury 1 Bardeen Place 1 Barn Owl Drive 2

Postcodes in RG12 50 shown View all postcodes

RG12 0AB RG12 0GA RG12 0GB RG12 0GD RG12 0GE RG12 0GF RG12 0GG RG12 0GJ RG12 0GL RG12 0GN RG12 0GP RG12 0GQ RG12 0GR RG12 0GS RG12 0GT RG12 0GW RG12 0PE RG12 0QJ RG12 0QL RG12 0QN RG12 0QP RG12 0QW RG12 0SF RG12 0SH RG12 0SL RG12 0TA RG12 0TB RG12 0TD RG12 0TE RG12 0TF RG12 0TG RG12 0TH RG12 0TJ RG12 0TL RG12 0TN RG12 0TQ RG12 0TR RG12 0TS RG12 0TT RG12 0TU RG12 0TW RG12 0TX RG12 0TY RG12 0TZ RG12 0UA RG12 0UD RG12 0UE RG12 0UF RG12 0UG RG12 0UH