About The Throat

The Throat is a location in Berkshire, England, specifically within the RG40 postcode area. This area is characterised by its natural beauty, featuring a mix of woodlands and open spaces. It is a popular spot for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, allowing visitors to enjoy the surrounding landscape. The Throat is also close to several local amenities, providing convenient access to shops and services. Additionally, its proximity to nearby towns offers further opportunities for exploration and leisure. Whether you are looking to engage in outdoor pursuits or simply enjoy the local environment, The Throat serves as a suitable destination for a day out.

School Ratings in The Throat

Families in The Throat have access to 125 local 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 Throat

Homes sell for an average of £551K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £726K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Throat

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across The Throat, with 20 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Throat

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places The Throat among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in The Throat

The Throat benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

Deprivation and Employment in The Throat IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, The Throat experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

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 Throat 163 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in The Throat is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

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
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

Wokingham Train Station 1.4 miles
Winnersh Train Station 3 miles
Sandhurst (Berks) Train Station 3.6 miles
Winnersh Triangle Train Station 3.7 miles
Bracknell Train Station 4.3 miles
Earley Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Wokingham
Ward Wescott
Constituency Wokingham
Parish Wokingham
Region South East