RG2 0DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Elgar Road South, 0.8km from Whitley in Reading. Administratively it sits within Katesgrove ward and the Reading East constituency.
For families considering a move, RG2 0DP represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £285k, up 1.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RG2 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00082739 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELGAR ROAD SOUTH, RG2 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELGAR ROAD SOUTH, RG2 0DP.
319
39
£ 52,100 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
RG2 0DP is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG2 0DP. The average age is 39.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 285,000
5 sales · Mean £ 289,157
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RG2 0DP is moderate at 52 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
Reading Girls' School
Katesgrove Primary School
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School
Coley Primary School
Blagdon Nursery School
Reading School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- 7 Day Local0.1 km
- Best and Less Supermarket0.1 km
- Newsmasters0.4 km
- Oakhouse Foods Thames Valley0.3 km
- One Stop Shop0.5 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Eat at St Patricks & St Patrick's Bar at University of Reading0.9 km
- Kyaneez0.2 km
- Parthian Climbing0.3 km
- TeamSport Indoor Karting0.4 km
- 3 Cooks and a more Excellent Cup Cake at Cintra Park0.7 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Alamin Tandoori0.1 km
- Picante Peri Peri0.1 km
- Pizza Go Go0.1 km
- Wok on Wheels0.1 km
- Bo Wah0.5 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- BJ's Luxury Bingo Club0.9 km
- The Hop Leaf0.9 km
- Reading Bowling Club0.7 km
- The Queens Head0.9 km
- The Victoria Cross0.7 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- WM Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd0.7 km
- The Food Warehouse Iceland0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading0.6 km
- The New Reading Hotel and Cafe0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reading1.6 km
- Reading Station2.1 km
- Reading West2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Elgar Road0.1 km
- Elgar Road0.1 km
- Long Barn Lane0.3 km
- Christchurch Gardens0.4 km
- Long Barn Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RG20DP · Data under Open Government Licence