RG7 4BG postcode in West Berkshire, England
RG7 4BG is a postcode in West Berkshire, in the Burghfield & Mortimer ward. It is in the Reading West and Mid Berkshire parliamentary constituency and the Thames Valley police force area, and has been in use since January 1980.
Where RG7 4BG is, and what is near it
- RG7 4BG
- Other postcodes in RG7 4: press one for its page
- 4 schools
- 2 railway stations
- 3 GP practices
- Further out, with the distance
Points are centre points, not buildings, and nothing drawn is a boundary. Names in italics are council wards: we hold no town or village names here. Open this area on OpenStreetMap (latitude 51.4244, longitude -1.0682)
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026; schools: Department for Education; stations and bus stops: Department for Transport; GP practices: NHS England; roads, rivers and built-up areas: Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right 2026; street map: Ordnance Survey, OS Open Zoomstack, Open Government Licence v3.0, drawn with MapLibre. How we use them
Who looks after RG7 4BG?
- West BerkshireCouncil, for all local services West Berkshire: bins, council tax, planning
- Council tax bandSet for each home, not for a postcode. The bands and a year's charge around RG7 4BG Check a council tax band on GOV.UK
- Thames ValleyPolice force area
- Reading West and Mid BerkshireParliamentary constituency. Its MP is Olivia Bailey (Labour), as Parliament lists them. Contact Olivia Bailey
ONS places a whole postcode in one council, one ward and one constituency, from a single point. A few postcodes cross a boundary, so an address at the edge can belong to the one next door. Your council tax bill or your poll card settles it for your address.
Council, police force area and constituency: ONS Postcode Directory, August 2026. The MP: UK Parliament, read 14 October 2026.
What broadband can you get at RG7 4BG?
Every home and business at RG7 4BG can get gigabit broadband from a line, Ofcom says.
Share of homes and businesses that can get it
Gigabit (1,000 Mbit/s)
Superfast (30 Mbit/s or more)
Source: Ofcom, Connected Nations, Spring 2026, data for January 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
When are the bins collected at RG7 4BG?
BinDayBuddy reads bin days from councils' own collection systems. It may have the days for RG7 4BG.
Check the bin days for RG7 4BG on BinDayBuddySource: BinDayBuddy, built from councils' own collection systems and public data. BinDayBuddy is run by Towpath Digital, which also runs this site. How we use it
Is RG7 4BG at risk of flooding?
From rivers and the sea, long term
High riskThe Environment Agency counts 5 homes and businesses at RG7 4BG. 1 is in an area at high risk of flooding from rivers or the sea, and 1 more at a lower risk.
High: 3.3% or more a year (1 in 30). Medium: 1% to 3.3% a year. Low: 0.1% to 1% a year. Very low: under 0.1% a year (1 in 1,000). Each band is the chance of flooding in any one year.
Rivers and the sea only, for the land around buildings, not each building. GOV.UK's checker answers for one address, surface water included.
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Rivers and Sea (postcodes in areas at risk), published 6 July 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
From surface water, across West Berkshire
The Environment Agency publishes this for the whole council, not for RG7 4BG: 2,439 properties in West Berkshire are at high risk (2.7% of all its properties). All the figures for West Berkshire
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Surface Water, properties at risk by local authority, version 2025-09, listed 18 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Flood warnings
The centre of RG7 4BG is in 2 of the Environment Agency's flood warning areas. No warning or alert was in force for them at 00:14 on 23 October 2026.
- River Kennet from Theale down to ReadingFlood warning areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: River Kennet from Theale down to Reading
- River Kennet from Thatcham down to ReadingFlood alert areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: River Kennet from Thatcham down to Reading
Source: Environment Agency, flood warning areas read 17 October 2026; warnings in force checked at 00:14 on 23 October 2026, using Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta). Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use these
What do homes sell for near RG7 4BG?
Homes in RG7 4 sold for a typical £455,000 in the 12 months to August 2026, across 31 sales, down 0.2% on the 12 months before, HM Land Registry's figures show.
- Detached £678,333 13 sales
- Semi-detached £502,500 6 sales
- Terraced £327,500 10 sales
- Flat or maisonette 2 sales, too few to price
Each bar is that kind's typical price, against the most expensive kind here.
Across the whole RG7 district: a typical £452,500 from 410 sales.
How we work this out: house prices by postcodeSource: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Homes sold in RG7 4BG
HM Land Registry records no standard sales of homes in RG7 4BG from January 2024 to August 2026. The prices above are for the homes around it.
Sales at market value to a private buyer; the latest months are not complete. Own or live in a home listed here and would rather it were not? Ask us to take it off.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
What council tax band are homes near RG7 4BG?
The Valuation Office Agency counts about 600 homes in the neighbourhood around RG7 4BG. The largest share of them, 25%, are in council tax band E. More were built from 1983 to 1999 than in any other period (51%). A home's own band is set for that home: check it on GOV.UK.
Council tax bands, and a year's council tax
Band D in West Berkshire for 2026‑27: £2,505. For the bands the homes here are in, a year's council tax runs from £1,670 (band A) to £5,011 (band H); band E, the most common, is £3,062.
| Band | Homes around here | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Band A | about 30 (5%) | £1,670 |
| Band B | about 20 (3%) | £1,949 |
| Band C | about 70 (12%) | £2,227 |
| Band D | about 110 (18%) | £2,505 |
| Band E | about 150 (25%) | £3,062 |
| Band F | about 90 (15%) | £3,619 |
| Band G | about 120 (20%) | £4,176 |
| Band H | about 10 (2%) | £5,011 |
When the homes were built
- 26% Before 1900
- 2% 1900 to 1918
- 5% 1919 to 1939
- 9% 1945 to 1964
- 5% 1965 to 1982
- 51% 1983 to 1999
- 2% 2000 to 2009
- None 2010 to 2019
- None 2020 or later
2010 to 2019, 2020 or later: none of the homes the VOA counts here.
Averages for West Berkshire before discounts, not any one home's bill.
Council tax: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, Table 10, published 25 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Counts for the neighbourhood the centre of RG7 4BG is in (ONS area E01016269), rounded by the VOA.
Check one home's band on GOV.UKSource: Valuation Office Agency, Council Tax: stock of properties, at 31 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which schools are near RG7 4BG?
The nearest open schools to RG7 4BG, in a straight line. Distance is not a catchment.
Primary
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Each school opens its own record there. How we use it
Where is the nearest station to RG7 4BG?
The nearest railway station to the centre of RG7 4BG is Theale Rail Station, 1.1 km away in a straight line.
- Theale Rail Station Railway station 1.1 kmWalk
- Reading Green Park Railway station 4.6 kmCycle
Straight-line distances from the centre point, not routes. Walk: under 1.2 km. Cycle: 1.2 to 5 km. Drive: further.
No bus stop within 400 metres in the Department for Transport's register.
More stations near RG7 4BG, and how we find themSource: Department for Transport, NaPTAN, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which GP surgeries are near RG7 4BG?
The nearest GP practices to the centre of RG7 4BG, in a straight line. Each sets the area it takes patients from. In England, each opens its page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects and rates it.
- Theale Medical Centre Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report April 2024 · Phone 0118 930 2513 1.8 kmCycle
- Westwood Road Surgery Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report October 2023, over 3 years old · Phone 0118 942 7421 4.4 kmCycle
- Tilehurst Village Surgery Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report April 2026 · Phone 0118 945 2612 4.5 kmCycle
Source: NHS England, Organisation Data Service (GP practices), read 17 October 2026; ratings: Care Quality Commission, 1 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Where can I charge an electric car near RG7 4BG?
The nearest charging points to the centre of RG7 4BG, as OpenStreetMap had them on 20 October 2026:
- Roam Charging point · 4 chargers · Type 2 · up to 22 kW 1.2 kmWalk
- A charging point Charging point · No details mapped 1.2 kmCycle
- ChargePoint Charging point · No details mapped 1.3 kmCycle
OpenStreetMap is mapped by volunteers. It does not have every charger, and not every one it has gives its speed or plugs. Check a charger's own app before you set off.
See more chargers on Open Charge MapSource: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Which dentists are near RG7 4BG?
The nearest to the centre of RG7 4BG, in a straight line. Those in England open their page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects them. It gives few dentists a rating.
- The Orthodontic Centre (Theale) Limited Phone 0118 966 4511 1.5 kmCycle
- Theale Dental Surgery Phone 0118 930 3387 1.6 kmCycle
- Burghfield Dental Care Limited Phone 0118 983 3563 3.1 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which hospitals are nearest to RG7 4BG?
The nearest NHS and private hospitals and clinics in England, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating. One in Wales or Scotland may be nearer.
- The Berkshire Independent Hospital Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report May 2020, over 3 years old · Phone 0118 902 8000 6.0 kmDrive
- Spire Dunedin Hospital Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report May 2022, over 3 years old 6.3 kmDrive
Not every hospital has an accident and emergency department. In an emergency, call 999.
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which care homes are near RG7 4BG?
The nearest care homes to the centre of RG7 4BG, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating.
- Oaklands Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report November 2018, over 3 years old · Phone 0118 930 5288 1.7 kmCycle
- Rowan Cottage Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report April 2020, over 3 years old · Phone 0118 983 6003 1.9 kmCycle
- Dimensions 43 Clayhill Road Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report January 2018, over 3 years old · Phone 0118 983 5047 2.6 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which pharmacies are near RG7 4BG?
The nearest NHS pharmacies to the centre of RG7 4BG, in a straight line. Those in England show the opening hours they gave the NHS (list published July 2026) and open their page on the NHS website. A few work online or by post only: check before you go.
- Kamsons Pharmacy, 27 High Street Mon to Fri 9am to 6pm; Sat 9am to 1pm; Sun closed · Phone 0118 930 2542 1.6 kmCycle
- Burghfield Pharmacy Mon to Fri 9am to 6:30pm; Sat 9am to 1pm; Sun closed · Phone 0118 983 1145 3.0 kmCycle
- Triangle Pharmacy Mon to Fri 9am to 6pm; Sat 9am to 5:30pm; Sun closed · Phone 0118 942 7523 4.3 kmCycle
Hours can change on bank holidays. For urgent help when a pharmacy is closed, call NHS 111.
Source: NHS Business Services Authority (phone numbers: NHS Organisation Data Service), Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which vets are near RG7 4BG?
The nearest vets to the centre of RG7 4BG on OpenStreetMap, in a straight line. Each opens its entry on the map, with its opening hours and website where they are mapped.
- Burghfield Veterinary Surgery 3.0 kmCycle
- Medivet Tilehurst 5.3 kmDrive
- Community Pet Clinic 6.5 kmDrive
OpenStreetMap may not have every vet. Out of hours, ring your own vet’s number first: the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons says vets in practice must arrange round-the-clock emergency first aid and pain relief, themselves or through another service.
Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Is RG7 4BG in a conservation area?
The centre of RG7 4BG is not in any conservation area, listed building, tree preservation area, green belt or protected landscape that planning.data.gov.uk holds. Not every council has sent all its data, so check with the council before relying on it.
Source: planning.data.gov.uk, asked at the postcode's centre point. Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
How much crime is there near RG7 4BG?
Police.uk records 3 crimes and reports of anti-social behaviour within a mile of the centre of RG7 4BG in August 2026, the latest month it has published.
Police.uk places each report at a nearby point, so this is an area, not a street.
Your local policing team on Police.uk How we work this out: crime by postcode, with the last 12 monthsSource: data.police.uk, from its download of 30 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
The official record for RG7 4BG
- Ward
- Burghfield & Mortimer
- Parish
- Burghfield
- Region
- South East
- Country
- England
- Rural or urban
- Smaller rural, nearer to a major town or city
- In use since
- January 1980
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026. See all our data sources
Where to check what we do not hold
- Food hygiene ratings: Food hygiene ratings, from the Food Standards Agency
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