Lower Green, Berkshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Lower Green

Lower Green is a small village located in Berkshire, England, within the RG17 postcode area. It features a mix of residential homes and open spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Berkshire countryside, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling.

The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for everyday needs. There are nearby facilities in larger towns, offering more extensive shopping and dining options. Lower Green is well-connected to surrounding areas, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns or cities. Overall, it presents a simple and peaceful lifestyle for those who choose to live there.

School Ratings in Lower Green

There are 10 schools in and around Lower Green. Hungerford Nursery School Centre for Children is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Green

The average property price is £523K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £698K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower Green

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Burglary is prevalent across Lower Green, with 3 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Green

Lower 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Lower Green

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Lower Green, the nearest being Kintbury & Woolton Hill Surgery (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for Lower Green

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Property Prices 2,115 sales

Average Price £523K

£500 , £11.24M

Detached £698K 676

Semi £369K 521

Terraced £302K 491

Flat £290K 253

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

7 Primary

1 Secondary

2 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 5

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the RG17 postcode area.

Inkpen Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles John O'Gaunt School Secondary 2.1 miles Kintbury St Mary's C.E. Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Hungerford Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Hungerford Nursery School Centre for Children Nursery Outstanding 2.8 miles Oaklands School Not applicable Good 3.2 miles St Martin's East Woodhay Church of England (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Great Bedwyn Church of England School Primary Outstanding 4.6 miles Enborne C.E. Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.9 miles

Household Income in Lower Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Lower Green is approximately £61,764 a year before tax, 12% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,044. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Lower Green £61,764

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,044.

Businesses in Lower Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,131 active businesses based in Lower Green, around 75 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,131 Total businesses

75 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Green IMD 2025

Lower 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.

Overall Deprivation

6/10

Income

7/10

Employment

8/10

Education

6/10

Health

8/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 17%

Working age 59%

Older 65+ 24%

2,554 Children (0-15) 17%

8,841 Working Age 59%

3,667 Older (65+) 24%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.4% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Lower Green 9 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Lower Green 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 small town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 4

Burglary 3

Criminal Damage & Arson 1

Public Order 1

Local Policing

Thames Valley Hungerford and Lambourn District [email protected] Visit force website →

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Kintbury Train Station 2.4 miles

Hungerford Train Station 2.6 miles

Newbury Train Station 7.5 miles

Newbury Racecourse Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Anvilles 0.9 miles Upper Green 0.9 miles Inkpen 1.2 miles Templeton 1.2 miles Titcomb 1.4 miles Trapshill 1.4 miles Sanham Green 1.8 miles Ham 1.8 miles Hell Corner 1.9 miles Inkpen Common 2 miles Buttermere 2 miles Kintbury 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Berkshire

County Oxfordshire

Ward Hungerford & Kintbury

Constituency Newbury

Parish Hungerford

Region South East

Home Ownership in Lower Green

Of the 6,707 households in and around Lower Green, 63% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 16% Private rented 21%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Lower Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lower Green

What is the population of Lower Green?

Lower Green has a population of approximately 15,054 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Lower Green?

The average property in and around Lower Green sold for about £523,308, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 50% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Lower Green a deprived area?

Lower Green sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Lower Green?

Lower Green is covered by the RG17 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Lower Green?

There are 10 schools within easy reach of Lower Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Lower Green?

The nearest railway station to Lower Green is Kintbury Train Station, about 2.4 miles away.

Streets in RG17 30 shown View all streets

A338 5 A4 4 Aintree 1 Aldbourne Close 1 Anvilles 2 Ashton Place 1 Atherton Crescent 1 Atherton Road 1 Avington Fisheries 1 B4000 4 B4001 2 B4192 11 Back Street 3 Barn Close 1 Bath Road 4 Baydon Road 5 Beacon Rise 1 Beales Farm Road 2 Bearwater 1 Bell Lane 1 Big Lane 3 Bitham Lane 2 Blandys Hill 2 Blind Lane 2 Bockhampton Road 4 Bourne Vale 1 Bracken Copse 1 Bradley Close 1 Bridge Street 2 Buckham Hill 1

Postcodes in RG17 50 shown View all postcodes

RG17 0AA RG17 0AB RG17 0AD RG17 0AE RG17 0AF RG17 0AG RG17 0AH RG17 0AJ RG17 0AL RG17 0AN RG17 0AP RG17 0AQ RG17 0AS RG17 0AT RG17 0AU RG17 0AW RG17 0AX RG17 0AY RG17 0AZ RG17 0BB RG17 0BD RG17 0BE RG17 0BF RG17 0BG RG17 0BH RG17 0BJ RG17 0BL RG17 0BN RG17 0BP RG17 0BQ RG17 0BS RG17 0BT RG17 0BW RG17 0BX RG17 0BY RG17 0BZ RG17 0DA RG17 0DB RG17 0DD RG17 0DE RG17 0DF RG17 0DG RG17 0DJ RG17 0DL RG17 0DN RG17 0DP RG17 0DQ RG17 0DR RG17 0DS RG17 0DT

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