Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

ELGAR ESTATE, RG2 0BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELGAR ESTATE, RG2 0BE.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 66,300 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: RG2 0BE 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.

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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

49% of RG2 0BE's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG2 0BE is a safe, established residential area on Elgar Estate, 0.6km from Coley in Reading. Administratively it sits within Katesgrove ward and the Reading East constituency.

For renters and young professionals, RG2 0BE 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RG2 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00082715 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG2 0BE. 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

White / British50.7%
Asian / British Asian41.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

RG2 0BE has low crime rates — 44 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.

Violence and sexual offences150
Anti-social behaviour43
Shoplifting37
Other theft30
Criminal damage and arson21

school Local Schools

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New Christ Church Church of England Primary School

Good189 pupils0.3 km
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Katesgrove Primary School

Good679 pupils0.6 km
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Coley Primary School

Good257 pupils0.8 km
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The Palmer Primary Academy

Good458 pupils0.8 km
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Kendrick School

Outstanding830 pupils1.0 km
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Reading Girls' School

Good688 pupils1.1 km
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Reading School

Outstanding1104 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary & All Saints Church of England Primary School

Inadequate309 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

37 nearby
  • Boozooka0.4 km
  • Ahmed Chem Ltd0.5 km
  • Caviar Fresh Fish0.4 km
  • Costcutter0.8 km
  • Home Bargains at Reading Link Retail Park0.5 km
  • + 32 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The New Reading Hotel and Cafe0.6 km
  • Premier Inn Reading Central0.9 km
  • Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Chef2table at Makro0.4 km
  • Churches In Reading Drop In Centre0.7 km
  • Dhaulagiri kitchen cafe and restaurant0.5 km
  • Grosvenor Casino0.5 km
  • Kyaneez0.6 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Food Warehouse Iceland0.5 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Ephesus Grill0.4 km
  • Home Cooking0.5 km
  • Pizza Presto0.4 km
  • Spicy Hyderabad0.8 km
  • Alamin Tandoori0.5 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Hop Leaf0.5 km
  • Reading Bowling Club0.6 km
  • The Turks Head0.8 km
  • Namaste Kitchen at Hook & Tackle0.7 km
  • Calico Bar & Eatery1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading1.1 km
  • Reading Station1.6 km
  • Reading West1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Whitley Street0.4 km
  • Christchurch Gardens0.4 km
  • Christchurch Gardens0.4 km
  • Whitley Street0.4 km
  • Admirals Court0.4 km