Goring‑on‑Thames is a village and civil parish situated on the River Thames in South Oxfordshire, about 8 miles north‑west of Reading. The settlement has a modest population of around 3,300 and lies close to the Berkshire border, offering a rural setting with river frontage.
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Goring‑on‑Thames is a village and civil parish on the River Thames in South Oxfordshire, England. Situated on the county border with Berkshire, it lies 6 mi (10 km) south of Wallingford and 8 mi (13 km) north‑west of Reading. According to the 2011 census it had a population of 3,187, which was estimated to have increased to 3,335 by 2019. The locality is part of the RG 8 postal district, indicating its proximity to Reading. The village’s position on the Thames provides a riverside setting, and its status as a civil parish suggests a local governance structure. Residents benefit from a small‑town feel while being within reasonable distance of larger urban centres. The data does not specify amenities or transport links, but the proximity to Reading and Wallingford implies access to regional services and transport routes. The village’s modest population and river location may appeal to those seeking a quieter, rural environment with convenient links to nearby towns.