About The Ridges

The Ridges is a residential area located in Berkshire, England, within the RG40 postcode area. It features a range of housing options, primarily consisting of family homes. The neighbourhood is characterised by its well-maintained streets and green spaces, making it a pleasant environment for residents. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services and recreational opportunities for families and individuals alike. The area is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. Overall, The Ridges offers a comfortable living space with access to necessary facilities and a community atmosphere.

School Ratings in The Ridges

The Ridges is served by 102 schools. Evendons Primary School and Chiltern Way Academy Wokingham are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in The Ridges

Property prices average £551K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £726K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Ridges

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in The Ridges, with 20 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Ridges

The Ridges 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 The Ridges

Most properties in The Ridges can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,281 sales

Average Price £551K
£500 — £23M
Detached £726K 1,892
Semi £483K 1,095
Terraced £391K 969
Flat £292K 1,142

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

58 Primary
12 Secondary
32 Other
Finchampstead CofE VA Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Nine Mile Ride Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Gorse Ride Infants' School Primary 1.1 miles Gorse Ride Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles Finchampstead Children's Centre 1.3 miles Wellington College 1.6 miles New Scotland Hill Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Waverley Preparatory School & Day Nursery 1.7 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Sandhurst Primary 1.7 miles Saint Sebastians Church of England Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Yateley Manor School 1.8 miles Charles Kingsley's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in The Ridges IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks The Ridges 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
8/10
14,519 Children (0-15) 21%
42,180 Working Age 61%
15,795 Older (60+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 13.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.5% 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 The Ridges 163 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

The Ridges experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

53 Violence & Sexual Offences
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Other Theft
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Vehicle Crime
12 Shoplifting
11 Public Order
8 Other Crime
5 Burglary
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Thames Valley Finchampstead 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 6 stations

Sandhurst (Berks) Train Station 2.2 miles
Wokingham Train Station 3.2 miles
Blackwater Train Station 3.6 miles
Winnersh Train Station 4.7 miles
Camberley Train Station 4.8 miles
Fleet Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Finchampstead 0.6 miles Wick Hill 0.6 miles Ravenswood Village Settlement 1.4 miles Eversley Cross 1.4 miles Heathlands 1.8 miles Eversley Centre 1.8 miles The Throat 1.9 miles Eversley 2 miles Little Sandhurst 2 miles Yateley 2 miles Up Green 2 miles Sandhurst 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Wokingham
Ward Wescott
Constituency Wokingham
Parish Wokingham
Region South East

Streets in RG40 30 shown View all streets

A329(M) 2 Abbey Close 1 Acorn Drive 2 Acre Drive 2 Albert Road 1 All Saints Close 1 Andrew Close 1 Appleby Crescent 1 Arnett Avenue 4 Ashdale Park 1 Ashmole Place 1 Ashridge Road 4 Avery Close 1 Baker Crescent 1 Bank Side 1 Barkham Ride 8 Barkham Street 3 Barkhart Close 1 Barkhart Drive 1 Barley Road 1 Barn Path 1 Barrett Crescent 2 Bean Oak Road 4 Beaufort Park 2 Beaver Place 2 Beckett Close 1 Beechey Place 1 Bell Foundry Lane 1 Benning Way 2 Billing Avenue 1

Postcodes in RG40 50 shown View all postcodes

RG40 1AA RG40 1AB RG40 1AH RG40 1AJ RG40 1AL RG40 1AN RG40 1AP RG40 1AR RG40 1AS RG40 1AT RG40 1AU RG40 1AW RG40 1AX RG40 1AY RG40 1AZ RG40 1BA RG40 1BB RG40 1BD RG40 1BF RG40 1BG RG40 1BH RG40 1BJ RG40 1BN RG40 1BP RG40 1BQ RG40 1BS RG40 1BT RG40 1BW RG40 1BX RG40 1DA RG40 1DB RG40 1DD RG40 1DE RG40 1DF RG40 1DG RG40 1DH RG40 1DJ RG40 1DL RG40 1DN RG40 1DP RG40 1DQ RG40 1DR RG40 1DS RG40 1DU RG40 1DW RG40 1DX RG40 1DY RG40 1DZ RG40 1EA RG40 1EB