Living in RG8: Liveability Score 50/100
South Oxfordshire, South East
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is well below the national average. 908 offences recorded across 17 local areas in the past year.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 119 green spaces within 2km.
Services
1 Outstanding, 14 Good out of 16 rated schools.
Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 0 GP surgeries serve the area.
82% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 9/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £2,505/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 45 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
RG8 covers 846 active postcodes in South Oxfordshire, South East.
Frequently asked questions
Is RG8 a safe area to live?
RG8 scores 93/100 for safety. Crime is well below the national average. 908 offences recorded across 17 local areas in the past year.
What are the schools like in RG8?
Schools in RG8 score 33/100. 1 Outstanding, 14 Good out of 16 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in RG8?
Broadband in RG8 scores 50/100. 82% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does RG8 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include RG31, RG30, RG4. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for RG8?
RG8 scores 50/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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