About Ruscombe

Ruscombe is a small village located in Berkshire, England, within the RG10 postcode area. It is situated close to the larger town of Twyford, providing easy access to local amenities and transport links. The village features a mix of residential properties and open green spaces, making it a pleasant area for families and individuals alike. The community in Ruscombe is welcoming, with a few local shops and services catering to residents' everyday needs. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature, while the nearby River Loddon adds to the area's appeal. Overall, Ruscombe presents a quiet village atmosphere with convenient access to larger towns and the beautiful Berkshire landscape.

School Ratings in Ruscombe

Ruscombe is served by 103 schools. Waltham St Lawrence Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ruscombe

Property prices average £707K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £900K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ruscombe

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Ruscombe, with 12 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ruscombe

Ruscombe falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ruscombe

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Ruscombe, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,423 sales

Average Price £707K
£2K — £55.75M
Detached £900K 1,041
Semi £565K 512
Terraced £434K 448
Flat £354K 289

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

56 Primary
11 Secondary
36 Other
Polehampton Church of England Junior School Primary 0.3 miles Polehampton Church of England Infant School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Starlings Children's Centre 0.7 miles The Colleton Primary School Primary 0.7 miles The Piggott School All-through Good 0.9 miles Robert Piggott CofE Infant School Primary Good 1.2 miles Dolphin School 1.2 miles Robert Piggott CofE Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst Primary Good 1.8 miles Waingels Secondary 1.8 miles Shiplake College 2 miles Waltham St Lawrence Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ruscombe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ruscombe among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,617 Children (0-15) 18%
18,741 Working Age 61%
8,059 Older (60+) 26%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Ruscombe 52 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Ruscombe falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

18 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Shoplifting
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Robbery
3 Public Order
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Drugs
2 Other Theft
2 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
Local Policing
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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 6 stations

Twyford Train Station 0.5 miles
Wargrave Train Station 1.4 miles
Shiplake Train Station 2.4 miles
Winnersh Triangle Train Station 3.3 miles
Winnersh Train Station 3.7 miles
Earley Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Twyford 0.6 miles Hare Hatch 0.9 miles Charvil 1.2 miles Whistley Green 1.2 miles Borough Marsh 1.4 miles The Holt 1.4 miles Wargrave 1.4 miles Kiln Green 1.8 miles Hurst 1.9 miles Waltham St Lawrence 2 miles West End 2 miles New Cross 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Wokingham
Ward Twyford
Constituency Maidenhead
Parish Twyford
Region South East

Streets in RG10 30 shown View all streets

2 2 Adkins Road 1 Amberley Drive 3 Arnside Close 1 Ashley Hill Place 1 Autumn Walk 1 Backsideans 3 Badger Drive 1 Bailey's Lane 1 Baldwin Court 1 Balme Close 1 Barber Close 2 Barker Court 1 Bath Road 22 Bayliss Road 2 Bear Lane 2 Beech Court 2 Beenham's Heath 2 Beggars Hill Road 1 Bell Court 1 Beverley Gardens 2 Binfield Road 2 Bird Gardens 1 Blakes Lane 5 Blakes Road 2 Bolwell Close 1 BR Ruscombe No.1 1 BR Ruscombe No.7 1 Braybrooke Drive 2 Braybrooke Gardens 1

Postcodes in RG10 50 shown View all postcodes

RG10 0AA RG10 0AB RG10 0AD RG10 0AE RG10 0AF RG10 0AG RG10 0AH RG10 0AJ RG10 0AL RG10 0AN RG10 0AP RG10 0AQ RG10 0AR RG10 0AS RG10 0AT RG10 0AU RG10 0AW RG10 0AX RG10 0AY RG10 0AZ RG10 0BA RG10 0BB RG10 0BD RG10 0BE RG10 0BG RG10 0BH RG10 0BJ RG10 0BL RG10 0BN RG10 0BP RG10 0BQ RG10 0BS RG10 0BT RG10 0BU RG10 0BX RG10 0BY RG10 0BZ RG10 0DA RG10 0DB RG10 0DD RG10 0DE RG10 0DF RG10 0DG RG10 0DH RG10 0DJ RG10 0DL RG10 0DN RG10 0DP RG10 0DQ RG10 0DR