About Ashmore Green

Ashmore Green is a small village located in the county of Berkshire, in the south of England. It lies within the RG18 postcode area and is situated near the town of Reading. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside surroundings. Ashmore Green is known for its quiet atmosphere and close-knit community, with a mix of residential homes and open green spaces. The area is well-connected to nearby towns and offers easy access to the M4 motorway, making it convenient for commuting. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times. It remains a peaceful place to live, with local amenities including a village hall and a pub that serves as a social hub for residents.

School Ratings in Ashmore Green

Families in Ashmore Green have access to 52 local schools. Priors Court School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashmore Green

Homes sell for an average of £480K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £618K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashmore Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Ashmore Green, with 5 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashmore Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashmore Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashmore Green

Broadband services in Ashmore Green range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,175 sales

Average Price £480K
£5K — £12.5M
Detached £618K 903
Semi £375K 625
Terraced £324K 382
Flat £202K 200

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
4 Secondary
18 Other
Cold Ash St Mark's CE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Finian's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Downe House 1 miles Whitelands Park Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Central Family Hub - Thatcham 1.1 miles Thatcham Park CofE Primary Primary Good 1.2 miles Parsons Down Infant School Primary 1.4 miles Parsons Down Junior School Primary Good 1.4 miles Fir Tree Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.4 miles Engaging Potential Good 1.5 miles The Grange School Outstanding 1.6 miles Curridge Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashmore Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ashmore Green 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,948 Children (0-15) 20%
27,286 Working Age 62%
10,196 Older (60+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.8% 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 Ashmore Green 18 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

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

5 Other Theft
5 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Theft from Person
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Public Order
1 Vehicle Crime
1 Other Crime
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

Newbury Racecourse Train Station 2.2 miles
Thatcham Train Station 2.4 miles
Newbury Train Station 2.6 miles
Midgham Train Station 4.5 miles
Aldermaston Train Station 5.7 miles
Kintbury Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cold Ash 0.6 miles Bucklebury Alley 0.9 miles Longlane 1.2 miles Shaw 1.4 miles Thatcham 1.4 miles Westrop Green 1.8 miles Curridge 1.8 miles Hopgoods Green 1.9 miles The Slade 1.9 miles Turner's Green 2 miles Newbury 2.2 miles Wellhouse 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Berkshire
Ward Ridgeway
Constituency Newbury
Parish Hampstead Norreys
Region South East

Streets in RG18 30 shown View all streets

A4 2 Annadale 1 Anvil Court 1 Archangel Way 1 Arlington Grange 1 Ash Gate 1 Ash Terrace 1 Ashmore Green Road 8 Baily Avenue 1 Barfield Road 2 Bath Road 13 Bath Road (Benham Hill) 3 Beechcroft 1 Beenham Gate 1 Berkshire Circular Walks 1 Beverley Close 2 Billington Way 1 Blackthorn Drive 2 Bluebell Way 1 Bluecoats 1 Bomford Close 1 Bothampstead Road 2 Bourne Arch 1 Bowling Green Road 3 Bradley Moore Square 1 Briants Piece 1 Brick Walk 1 Brocks Lane 1 Brooks Road 2 Browning Close 2

Postcodes in RG18 50 shown View all postcodes

RG18 0AA RG18 0AB RG18 0NF RG18 0NG RG18 0RR RG18 0RS RG18 0RT RG18 0RU RG18 0RX RG18 0RY RG18 0RZ RG18 0SB RG18 0SD RG18 0SE RG18 0SF RG18 0SG RG18 0SH RG18 0SJ RG18 0SL RG18 0SN RG18 0SP RG18 0SQ RG18 0SR RG18 0SS RG18 0ST RG18 0TB RG18 0TD RG18 0TE RG18 0TF RG18 0TG RG18 0TH RG18 0TJ RG18 0TL RG18 0TN RG18 0TP RG18 0TQ RG18 0TR RG18 0TS RG18 0TT RG18 0TU RG18 0TX RG18 0TY RG18 0UD RG18 0UE RG18 0UF RG18 0UH RG18 0UJ RG18 0UL RG18 0UN RG18 0UP