RG2 0BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Spring Terrace, 0.7km from Coley in Reading. Administratively it sits within Katesgrove ward and the Reading East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, RG2 0BD offers 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for RG2 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00082733 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPRING TERRACE, RG2 0BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRING TERRACE, RG2 0BD.
320
33
£ 66,300 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG2 0BD 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 0BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 31% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG2 0BD. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 350,000
5 sales · Mean £ 334,230
Semi-Detached
£ 290,000
1 sales · Mean £ 290,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG2 0BD has low crime rates — 35 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
Katesgrove Primary School
The Palmer Primary Academy
Kendrick School
Coley Primary School
Reading School
Reading Girls' School
Redlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- Boozooka0.7 km
- Ahmed Chem Ltd0.6 km
- Caviar Fresh Fish0.2 km
- Costcutter1.0 km
- Home Bargains at Reading Link Retail Park0.8 km
- + 47 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The New Reading Hotel and Cafe0.7 km
- Premier Inn Reading Central0.8 km
- Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
57 nearby- Chef2table at Makro0.5 km
- Churches In Reading Drop In Centre0.8 km
- Dhaulagiri kitchen cafe and restaurant0.6 km
- Grosvenor Casino0.8 km
- Sizzling Spice0.9 km
- + 52 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Food Warehouse Iceland0.8 km
- Tesco0.2 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Ephesus Grill0.2 km
- Home Cooking0.2 km
- Pizza Presto0.2 km
- Spicy Hyderabad0.8 km
- Boost Juice Bars at The Oracle1.0 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- South Street Arts Centre Bar0.9 km
- The Hop Leaf0.3 km
- Calico Bar & Eatery0.9 km
- Reading Bowling Club0.3 km
- The Queens Head0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reading1.1 km
- Reading Station1.6 km
- Reading West1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Whitley Street0.1 km
- Whitley Street0.2 km
- Christchurch Gardens0.2 km
- Christchurch Gardens0.3 km
- Glebe Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG20BD · Data under Open Government Licence