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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 £547K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £751K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Throat
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across The Throat, with 35 incidents recorded in April 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.
Healthcare in The Throat
There are 18 GP surgeries within three miles of The Throat, the nearest being Cmht Wokingham (1.3 miles away).
Local Data for The Throat
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Property Prices 5,334 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the RG40 postcode area.
Household Income in The Throat ONS 2023
The average total household income in The Throat is approximately £78,061 a year before tax, 41% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £54,280. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £54,280.
Businesses in The Throat ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,691 active businesses based in The Throat, around 49 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in The Throat 178 crimes · April 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in The Throat
Of the 14,057 households in and around The Throat, 74% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering The Throat.