RG2 0DF is a safe, established residential area on Basingstoke Road, 0.6km from Whitley Wood in Reading. Administratively it sits within Whitley ward and the Reading West constituency.
For families considering a move, RG2 0DF represents 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. By day, the area transitions to a science and business parks character: science and business parks with high status workers. With residents averaging 28 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 55% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £470k, down 2.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RG2 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00177356 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG2 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BASINGSTOKE ROAD, RG2 0DF.
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28
£ 51,300 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG2 0DF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG2 0DF combines high owner-occupation (64%), strong property values (£470k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 2.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG2 0DF. The average age is 28.3. 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: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 417,500
16 sales · Mean £ 425,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RG2 0DF is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Geoffrey Field Junior School
Geoffrey Field Infant School
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
John Madejski Academy
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School
Blagdon Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- TK Maxx at Reading Gate Retail Park0.8 km
- Northumberland Food & Wine0.9 km
- Whitley Wood Pharmacy0.8 km
- JK Stores0.9 km
- Shell Fairfield Service Station0.2 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Jazz Cafe at Madejski Stadium1.0 km
- McDonalds at Reading Gate Retail Park0.8 km
- Whitley Cafe0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Nando's0.3 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Holiday Inn Reading South0.8 km
- Voco Reading Hotel1.0 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative Food0.7 km
- Costco Wholesale0.9 km
- Lidl0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Compass Kiosks at Madejski Stadium1.0 km
- Dragon Garden0.9 km
- KFC at Reading Gate Retail Park0.8 km
- Curry Chef0.9 km
- Deep Blue0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Beefeater & Premier Inn0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reading3.9 km
- Reading West4.2 km
- Earley4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Worton Grange0.1 km
- Worton Grange0.2 km
- Perkins Way0.2 km
- Perkins Way0.2 km
- Imperial Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG20DF · Data under Open Government Licence