Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

BARNWOOD CLOSE, RG30 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNWOOD CLOSE, RG30 1BY.

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Population

196

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 64,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

RG30 1BY has a highly multicultural community character — 67% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 102.2% year-on-year.

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

RG30 1BY is a mixed residential area on Barnwood Close, 1.5km from Reading in Reading. Administratively it sits within Battle ward and the Reading West constituency.

For families considering a move, RG30 1BY 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. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 67% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £282k, up 102.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00177293 (shared with 617 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 1BY. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British33.2%
Asian / British Asian30.7%
Black / African / Caribbean27.2%
Other / Mixed8.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 300,000

11 sales · Mean £ 297,136

Flat

£ 178,750

4 sales · Mean £ 176,125

Semi-Detached

£ 320,000

1 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

Crime around RG30 1BY is moderate at 56 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 offences167
Anti-social behaviour55
Shoplifting42
Other theft41
Public order37

school Local Schools

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Oxford Road Community School

Good249 pupils0.5 km
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Battle Primary Academy

Good447 pupils0.7 km
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Civitas Academy

Good350 pupils0.7 km
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Cranbury College

Good98 pupils0.8 km
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All Saints Junior School

Outstanding96 pupils0.9 km
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All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School

Good59 pupils0.9 km
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Wilson Primary School

Good457 pupils0.9 km
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E P Collier Primary School

Good340 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

47 nearby
  • Ajv Stores0.3 km
  • Bina Continental Stores0.3 km
  • Cake Box0.3 km
  • Nico Sweet Cake0.3 km
  • Oxford Sweet Shop0.5 km
  • + 42 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Wishing Well0.3 km
  • Buon Appetito0.8 km
  • Reading & District Irish Association0.8 km
  • The Foresters Arms0.9 km
  • The Nags Head0.9 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • 805 Restaurant & Grill0.4 km
  • Betty's Bistro0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee at Tesco0.2 km
  • Da Village Afghan Resteraunt0.3 km
  • Oishi0.3 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Reading Food Centre0.3 km
  • Aseda Supermarkets0.5 km
  • Oxford Road Supermarket0.5 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • Church of God of Prophecy0.5 km
  • Crumbs Food Co / Mash Up / Honolulu Poke / Whip It Up0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Farmhouse Pizza0.4 km
  • Mr Cod0.6 km
  • + 24 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Belle Vue House Hotel0.9 km
  • Bow Guest House0.9 km
  • Crown Lodge Guest House0.9 km
  • The Abbey House Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading West0.5 km
  • Reading Station1.4 km
  • Reading1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Beresford Road0.3 km
  • Beresford Road0.3 km
  • West Village - Tesco0.4 km
  • Reading West Rail Station - Oxford Road0.4 km
  • Reading West Rail Station - Oxford Road0.4 km