Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

BATTLE SQUARE, RG30 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATTLE SQUARE, RG30 1BF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

596

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 64,000 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG30 1BF 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.

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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines RG30 1BF — 52% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 30 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

RG30 1BF is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Battle Square in Reading. Administratively it sits within Battle ward and the Reading West constituency.

Within the RG30 district, this postcode is characterised by a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With residents averaging 30 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £407k.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00177241 (shared with 36 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 RG30 1BF. The average age is 30.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British47.9%
Asian / British Asian21.5%
Black / African / Caribbean17.6%
Other / Mixed12.9%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 379,975

8 sales · Mean £ 381,493

Semi-Detached

£ 388,750

2 sales · Mean £ 388,750

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

Crime around RG30 1BF is moderate at 61 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 offences184
Anti-social behaviour65
Other theft48
Shoplifting43
Public order40

school Local Schools

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Battle Primary Academy

Good447 pupils0.6 km
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Oxford Road Community School

Good249 pupils0.7 km
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Cranbury College

Good98 pupils0.7 km
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Wilson Primary School

Good457 pupils0.8 km
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Civitas Academy

Good350 pupils0.9 km
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All Saints Junior School

Outstanding96 pupils1.0 km
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All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School

Good59 pupils1.0 km
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E P Collier Primary School

Good340 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

44 nearby
  • Ajv Stores0.3 km
  • Bina Continental Stores0.3 km
  • Cake Box0.3 km
  • Nico Sweet Cake0.3 km
  • Oxford Sweet Shop0.3 km
  • + 39 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Wishing Well0.3 km
  • The Rose & Thistle0.8 km
  • The Spread Eagle0.7 km
  • The White Eagle0.2 km
  • The Royal Albion0.8 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • 805 Restaurant & Grill0.3 km
  • Betty's Bistro0.3 km
  • Costa Coffee at Tesco0.1 km
  • Da Village Afghan Resteraunt0.3 km
  • Oishi0.3 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Reading Food Centre0.3 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • European Mini Market0.3 km
  • Aseda Supermarkets0.6 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Church of God of Prophecy0.3 km
  • Crumbs Food Co / Mash Up / Honolulu Poke / Whip It Up0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Farmhouse Pizza0.3 km
  • Mr Cod0.4 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Abbey House Hotel0.7 km
  • Y M C A0.9 km
  • Tulip Styles Hotel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading West0.6 km
  • Reading Station1.7 km
  • Reading1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • West Village - Tesco0.2 km
  • West Village - Tesco0.3 km
  • Beresford Road0.3 km
  • Wantage Road0.3 km
  • Beresford Road0.4 km