About Woodlands St Mary

Woodlands St Mary is a small village located in Berkshire, England, within the RG17 postcode area. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the English countryside, offering a peaceful atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, with fields and woodlands that provide opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village is primarily residential, with a close-knit community. Local amenities may be limited, but nearby towns offer additional services and facilities. Woodlands St Mary is conveniently situated for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas of Berkshire, making it a suitable base for discovering the wider region.

School Ratings in Woodlands St Mary

Woodlands St Mary is served by 12 schools. Hungerford Nursery School Centre for Children is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Woodlands St Mary

Property prices average £506K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £659K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Woodlands St Mary

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Woodlands St Mary, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Woodlands St Mary

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Woodlands St Mary falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Woodlands St Mary

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Woodlands St Mary, 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 2,230 sales

Average Price £506K
£1K £11.16M
Detached £659K 742
Semi £355K 538
Terraced £296K 520
Flat £284K 249

Deprivation and Employment in Woodlands St Mary IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Woodlands St Mary in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,753 Children (0-15) 17%
16,840 Working Age 60%
8,961 Older (60+) 32%
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 Woodlands St Mary 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Woodlands St Mary falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Criminal damage & arson 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.

1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
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 3 stations

Hungerford Train Station 3.8 miles
Kintbury Train Station 5.6 miles
Newbury Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District West Berkshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Hungerford & Kintbury
Constituency Newbury
Parish Hungerford
Region South East