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About Brightwalton Green
Brightwalton Green is a small village located in the county of Berkshire, in southern England. It lies within the RG20 postcode area and is situated near the border with Oxfordshire. The village is characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern homes set along quiet lanes. The local community is active, with a village hall and a pub serving as central meeting points. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking routes, and the area is known for its open fields and scattered woodlands. The village is part of the civil parish of Brightwalton, which includes several hamlets and farms. Its proximity to the A3400 road provides easy access to nearby towns such as Wantage and Abingdon.
School Ratings in Brightwalton Green
There are 9 schools in and around Brightwalton Green. Enborne C.E. Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brightwalton Green
The average property price is £693K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £825K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brightwalton Green
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Brightwalton Green, with 63 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brightwalton Green
Brightwalton Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Local Data for Brightwalton Green
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Property Prices 1,997 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the RG20 postcode area.
Household Income in Brightwalton Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brightwalton Green is approximately £74,382 a year before tax, 35% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £52,634. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £52,634.
Businesses in Brightwalton Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,308 active businesses based in Brightwalton Green, around 64 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brightwalton Green IMD 2025
Brightwalton Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Brightwalton Green 378 crimes · May 2026
Brightwalton Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Brightwalton Green
Of the 8,111 households in and around Brightwalton Green, 69% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brightwalton Green.