RG2 0AS is a safe, established residential area on Mitcham Close, 0.8km from Southern Hill in Reading. Administratively it sits within Katesgrove ward and the Reading East constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a professional home-workers in outer suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 35) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £314k.
Census 2021 statistics for RG2 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00082715 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MITCHAM CLOSE, RG2 0AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MITCHAM CLOSE, RG2 0AS.
296
35
£ 66,300 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG2 0AS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
RG2 0AS has a highly multicultural community character — 49% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG2 0AS. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 314,950
1 sales · Mean £ 314,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG2 0AS has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
New Christ Church Church of England Primary School
The Palmer Primary Academy
Katesgrove Primary School
Reading Girls' School
Coley Primary School
Kendrick School
Reading School
Redlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Boozooka0.6 km
- Ahmed Chem Ltd0.4 km
- Caviar Fresh Fish0.3 km
- Home Bargains at Reading Link Retail Park0.8 km
- Jeevika Store0.3 km
- + 31 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The New Reading Hotel and Cafe0.5 km
- Premier Inn Reading Central1.0 km
- Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Chef2table at Makro0.4 km
- Churches In Reading Drop In Centre0.9 km
- Dhaulagiri kitchen cafe and restaurant0.4 km
- Grosvenor Casino0.8 km
- Sizzling Spice0.8 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Food Warehouse Iceland0.8 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Ephesus Grill0.3 km
- Home Cooking0.4 km
- Pizza Presto0.3 km
- Spicy Hyderabad0.6 km
- Ken's Takeaway1.0 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Hop Leaf0.5 km
- Reading Bowling Club0.4 km
- The Queens Head0.8 km
- The Turks Head0.8 km
- Namaste Kitchen at Hook & Tackle0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reading1.3 km
- Reading Station1.8 km
- Reading West2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Christchurch Gardens0.2 km
- Christchurch Gardens0.2 km
- Christchurch Court0.3 km
- Whitley Street0.3 km
- Whitley Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG20AS · Data under Open Government Licence