About Carter's Hill

Carter's Hill is a small settlement located in the county of Berkshire, in the south of England. It lies within the RG41 postcode area, 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. The surrounding landscape features open fields and patches of woodland, offering a peaceful environment for local residents. While Carter's Hill does not have a large commercial centre, it benefits from nearby amenities in Reading, including shops, schools, and transport links. The village is well-connected by road, with the A329(M) and M4 motorway accessible within a short drive. The community is known for its strong sense of local identity and regular village events that bring residents together.

School Ratings in Carter's Hill

There are 145 schools in and around Carter's Hill. CAMHS Phoenix School and The Holt School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carter's Hill

The average property price is £514K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £634K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carter's Hill

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Carter's Hill, with 20 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carter's Hill

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carter's Hill 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Carter's Hill

Broadband speeds in Carter's Hill are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,631 sales

Average Price £514K
£1K — £35.26M
Detached £634K 1,877
Semi £452K 1,103
Terraced £365K 873
Flat £236K 656

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

78 Primary
18 Secondary
49 Other
Hawkedon Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Bearwood Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Reddam House Berkshire 0.8 miles Loddon Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Winnersh Children's Centre 1.1 miles The Forest School Secondary 1.3 miles Radstock Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Wheatfield Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.5 miles Oak Tree School 1.5 miles The Coombes Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles The Hawthorns Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Maiden Erlegh School Secondary Outstanding 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Carter's Hill IMD 2025

Carter's Hill 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
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
11,068 Children (0-15) 21%
32,484 Working Age 61%
11,722 Older (60+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 13.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.1% 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 Carter's Hill 158 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Carter's Hill sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

53 Violence & Sexual Offences
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Anti-Social Behaviour
16 Other Theft
15 Shoplifting
10 Public Order
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Other Crime
3 Burglary
3 Drugs
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
1 Robbery
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

Winnersh Train Station 1.3 miles
Winnersh Triangle Train Station 1.4 miles
Earley Train Station 1.6 miles
Wokingham Train Station 2.6 miles
Twyford Train Station 4.2 miles
Reading West Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sindlesham 0.6 miles Winnersh 0.9 miles Lower Earley 0.9 miles Arborfield Cross 1.2 miles Arborfield 1.4 miles Earley 1.4 miles Barkham 1.8 miles Merryhill Green 1.8 miles Emmbrook 1.9 miles Langley Common 1.9 miles Shinfield 2 miles Woodley 2 miles

Local Government

District Wokingham
Ward Emmbrook
Constituency Wokingham
Parish Wokingham
Region South East

Streets in RG41 30 shown View all streets

A329(M) 1 Agate Close 1 Aggisters Lane 2 Agincourt Close 1 Albany Park Drive 1 Alder Mews 1 Alderman Willey Close 4 Alderney Gardens 1 Allnatt Avenue 2 Almond Close 1 Amberley Gardens 1 Amethyst Close 1 Angus Close 1 Annesley Gardens 1 Antares Close 1 Apple Close 1 Aquila Close 1 Arbor Close 1 Arbor Lane 5 Arbor Meadows 1 Arne Close 1 Arthur Road 3 Arun Close 1 Ash Way 1 Ashton Road 1 Ashville Way 3 Aspen Place 1 Astley Close 1 Astor Close 2 Azalea Close 3

Postcodes in RG41 50 shown View all postcodes

RG41 1AA RG41 1AB RG41 1AD RG41 1AE RG41 1AF RG41 1AG RG41 1AH RG41 1AJ RG41 1AL RG41 1AN RG41 1AP RG41 1AQ RG41 1AR RG41 1AS RG41 1AT RG41 1AU RG41 1AW RG41 1AX RG41 1AY RG41 1AZ RG41 1BD RG41 1BE RG41 1BF RG41 1BG RG41 1BH RG41 1BJ RG41 1BL RG41 1BN RG41 1BP RG41 1BQ RG41 1BS RG41 1BT RG41 1BU RG41 1BW RG41 1BX RG41 1BY RG41 1BZ RG41 1DA RG41 1DB RG41 1DD RG41 1DE RG41 1DG RG41 1DH RG41 1DJ RG41 1DL RG41 1DN RG41 1DP RG41 1DQ RG41 1DR RG41 1ED