Area Overview for Evendons Ward

Ye Olde Leathern Bottle in Evendons Ward
'Folly Thatch', Barkham Road in Evendons Ward
Sandy Lane looking towards Barkham Road in Evendons Ward
Parking area on Sandy Lane, Barkham in Evendons Ward
Clearing by the Footpath in Evendons Ward
Building Site, Folly Court in Evendons Ward
Ye Olde Leathern Bottel in Evendons Ward
Barkham Road (B3349) in Evendons Ward
Shady footpath in Evendons Ward
Footpath off Doles Lane in Evendons Ward
Looking across the B3349 from Doles Lane in Evendons Ward
Junction of footpath on Doles Lane in Evendons Ward
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Area Information

Living in Evendons Ward offers a distinct experience within the Wokingham borough of Berkshire. You are dealing with a compact residential unit spanning just 4.2 square kilometres, which defines a tightly knit local environment. The ward functions as a specific electoral boundary in the South East of England, situated at approximately 51.40°N latitude and 0.86°W longitude. Its small physical size means that daily life often revolves around immediate neighbours and local pockets rather than vast stretches of land. This geography creates a contained community where residents interact frequently with one another. The area serves as a practical example of a standard district borough unitary ward, blending suburban convenience with the constraints of a limited footprint. When you consider homes in Evendons Ward, you are entering a defined zone that operates under specific local governance structures. The ward's compact nature ensures that everything from local amenities to community events remains within close reach. It is a place where the scale of the neighbourhood is manageable, avoiding the sprawl found in larger districts.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
4.2 km²
Population
Not available
Population Density
Not available

Demographics

The community in Evendons Ward presents a clear demographic profile dominated by older residents. You will find that the median age sits at 70 years, indicating a population primarily composed of retirees and senior citizens. Most households fall into the age range associated with this median figure, shaping a quiet social fabric. With home ownership standing at 80 per cent, the area reflects a settled population rather than transient renters. This high level of tenure stability suggests long-term residents who have built their lives in the ward. Household composition data confirms this pattern, showing a total profile that aligns with the ageing median. Accommodation types follow suit, reflecting the needs of a mature demographic. While specific details on predominant ethnic groups and religious affiliations are not granularly broken out in the current dataset, the overall social structure points toward a homogenous community interested in peace and security. This profile means that local businesses and services typically cater to the lifestyle and spending power of an older, wealthier demographic. Parents with young children do not feature prominently, so schools near the area might see different attendance dynamics compared to other wards.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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most common

Tenure

80
majority

Ethnic Group

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most common

Religion

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most common

Household Composition

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most common

Age

70
median
Age: Total
most common

Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

54
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the character of the community in Evendons Ward?
The community in Evendons Ward is defined by an older demographic with a median age of 70. Home ownership is exceptionally high at 80 per cent, reflecting a settled population of long-term residents rather than transient families. The small ward size of 4.2 square kilometres fosters a tight-knit environment where neighbours know one another.

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