About Beech Hill

Beech Hill is a residential area located in the county of Berkshire, within England. It lies within the RG7 postcode area, situated to the west of the town of Reading. The area is characterised by a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, many of which are set within tree-lined streets. Beech Hill is part of the civil parish of Earley, and the surrounding landscape includes open green spaces and local parks. The area is well-connected by road, with easy access to the M4 motorway and the A329(M) for commuting. Public transport options include regular bus services linking the area to Reading town centre. The community is served by local schools, shops, and recreational facilities, making it a convenient place to live for families and professionals alike.

School Ratings in Beech Hill

Families in Beech Hill have access to 53 local schools. Haywards Farm School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beech Hill

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 Beech Hill

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

Deprivation and Employment in Beech Hill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beech Hill 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 Beech Hill

Beech Hill 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

30 Primary
7 Secondary
16 Other
Lambs Lane Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Grazeley Church of England Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Riseley Green School 1.8 miles Mortimer St Mary's C.E. Junior School Primary Good 1.9 miles Mortimer St. John's C.E. Infant School Primary 2.5 miles The Vine Christian School Good 2.5 miles Oakbank School Secondary 2.5 miles Alder Grove Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Wellesley Prep School 3 miles Garland Junior School Primary 3.2 miles Shinfield Infant and Nursery School Primary 3.2 miles The Red Kite Children's Centre 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beech Hill IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Beech Hill 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 Beech Hill 51 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Beech Hill 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

Mortimer Train Station 1.4 miles
Bramley (Hampshire) Train Station 4 miles
Theale Train Station 5.2 miles
Reading West Train Station 5.6 miles
Earley Train Station 5.8 miles
Aldermaston Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stanford End 0.9 miles Grazeley 1.2 miles Spencers Wood 1.8 miles Swallowfield 1.9 miles Stratfield Mortimer 1.9 miles Poundgreen 1.9 miles Riseley 2 miles Stratfield Saye 2 miles Goddard's Green 2.2 miles Three Mile Cross 2.2 miles Grazeley Green 2.2 miles Mortimer 2.5 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