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85,596
Population
31,164
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£73,567
Avg. household income
4,443
Businesses
770
People per km²
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About Bray Wick

Bray Wick is a small settlement located in the county of Berkshire, in southern England. It lies within the SL6 postcode area and is situated near the River Thames, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, serving the needs of the community. The nearby Bray Lock and weir provide opportunities for walking and boating, and the area is popular with those enjoying river-based activities. The landscape is largely flat, with open fields and scattered trees, typical of the Thames Valley region. Bray Wick is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A329 and the M4 motorway. It is a quiet, rural location with a strong sense of community.

School Ratings in Bray Wick

There are 116 schools in and around Bray Wick. Cookham Nursery School, Maidenhead Nursery School and Newlands Girls' School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bray Wick

The average property price is £658K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £321K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bray Wick

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bray Wick, with 29 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bray Wick

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bray Wick ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Bray Wick

There are 21 GP surgeries within three miles of Bray Wick, the nearest being Ross Road Medical Centre (0.9 miles away).

Local Data for Bray Wick

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Property Prices 10,850 sales

Average Price £658K
£500 , £45.67M
Detached £951K 2,821
Semi £537K 2,479
Terraced £472K 1,881
Flat £321K 3,195

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
18 Secondary
45 Other
Outstanding 6
Good 19
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SL6 postcode area.

Braywick Court School Primary Outstanding 20 yards Forest Bridge School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Oldfield Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Desborough College Secondary Good 0.9 miles Larchfield Sure Start Children's Centre 0.9 miles Larchfield Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.9 miles Holyport CofE Primary School Primary Good 1 miles RBWM Alternative Learning Provision Not applicable Good 1 miles Dorney School Primary 1.3 miles Boyne Hill CofE Infant and Nursery School Primary 1.4 miles Claires Court Schools Not applicable 1.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Maidenhead Primary 1.5 miles

Household Income in Bray Wick ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bray Wick is approximately £73,567 a year before tax, 33% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,282. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bray Wick £73,567
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £53,282.

Businesses in Bray Wick ONS 2025

There are approximately 4,443 active businesses based in Bray Wick, around 52 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 109 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

4,443 Total businesses
52 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bray Wick IMD 2025

Bray Wick is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 18%
16,779 Children (0-15) 20%
53,030 Working Age 62%
15,801 Older (65+) 18%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.4% 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 Bray Wick 296 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Bray Wick records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 113
Anti-Social Behaviour 29
Public Order 28
Criminal Damage & Arson 27
Vehicle Crime 27
Shoplifting 23
Other Theft 22
Burglary 11
Drugs 7
Robbery 4
Bicycle Theft 3
Weapons 1
Other Crime 1
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

Maidenhead Train Station 0.9 miles
Taplow Train Station 1.8 miles
Furze Platt Train Station 1.9 miles
Burnham (Buckinghamshire) Train Station 3 miles
Cookham Train Station 3.5 miles
Windsor And Eton Riverside Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bray 0.6 miles Fishery 0.6 miles Cox Green 1.2 miles Dorney Reach 1.2 miles Holyport 1.2 miles Moneyrow Green 1.2 miles Boyn Hill 1.4 miles Stud Green 1.4 miles Maidenhead 1.8 miles Lake End 1.9 miles Tittle Row 2 miles Fifield 2 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward Cliveden
Constituency Beaconsfield
Parish Taplow
Region South East

Home Ownership in Bray Wick

Of the 34,018 households in and around Bray Wick, 69% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 12% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bray Wick.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bray Wick

What is the population of Bray Wick?
Bray Wick has a population of approximately 85,596 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bray Wick?
The average property in and around Bray Wick sold for about £657,892, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 88% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bray Wick a deprived area?
Bray Wick sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bray Wick?
Bray Wick is covered by the SL6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bray Wick?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bray Wick, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bray Wick?
The nearest railway station to Bray Wick is Maidenhead Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in SL6 30 shown View all streets

12 1 7 1 A4 5 A404 1 A404(M) 1 A4130 1 Abell Gardens 1 Abingdon Walk 2 Addison Court 1 Albert Street 2 Aldebury Road 6 Aldwick Drive 1 Alexandra Road 1 All Saints Avenue 7 Allenby Road 5 Alleyns Lane 1 Alpine Close 1 Alston Gardens 1 Altwood Bailey 1 Altwood Close 1 Altwood Drive 1 Altwood Road 14 Alvista Avenue 1 Alwyn Road 6 Amberly Court 2 Amerden Close 1 Amerden Lane 2 Anne Close 1 Applecroft 1 Approach Road 1

Postcodes in SL6 50 shown View all postcodes

SL6 0AA SL6 0AB SL6 0AD SL6 0AG SL6 0AH SL6 0AJ SL6 0AP SL6 0AR SL6 0AS SL6 0AT SL6 0AU SL6 0AX SL6 0AY SL6 0AZ SL6 0BA SL6 0BB SL6 0BF SL6 0BG SL6 0BN SL6 0BW SL6 0DA SL6 0DB SL6 0DD SL6 0DE SL6 0DF SL6 0DH SL6 0DL SL6 0DN SL6 0DQ SL6 0DR SL6 0DS SL6 0DT SL6 0DU SL6 0DW SL6 0DX SL6 0DY SL6 0DZ SL6 0EA SL6 0EB SL6 0EE SL6 0EF SL6 0EH SL6 0EL SL6 0EP SL6 0ER SL6 0ES SL6 0ET SL6 0EU SL6 0EX SL6 0EY