Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

BATTLE SQUARE, RG30 1DU House Prices & Local Information

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

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

468

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 64,000 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG30 1DU 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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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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Area Character

RG30 1DU has a highly multicultural community character — 55% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending down 17.5% year-on-year.

home £195,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

For renters and young professionals, RG30 1DU offers a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 63% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 55% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £195k, down 17.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00174500 (shared with 24 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 1DU. The average age is 32.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British45.4%
Asian / British Asian25.5%
Black / African / Caribbean15.3%
Other / Mixed13.8%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 232,899

9 sales · Mean £ 224,655

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

Crime around RG30 1DU is moderate at 62 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 offences215
Anti-social behaviour84
Other theft54
Public order48
Shoplifting43

school Local Schools

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Battle Primary Academy

Good447 pupils0.5 km
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Cranbury College

Good98 pupils0.6 km
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Wilson Primary School

Good457 pupils0.6 km
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Oxford Road Community School

Good249 pupils0.7 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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Civitas Academy

Good350 pupils1.0 km
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The WREN School

Good978 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

45 nearby
  • Ajv Stores0.2 km
  • Bina Continental Stores0.3 km
  • Cake Box0.3 km
  • Nico Sweet Cake0.2 km
  • Oxford Sweet Shop0.2 km
  • + 40 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Wishing Well0.3 km
  • The Royal Albion0.8 km
  • The Foresters Arms0.9 km
  • The Pondhouse0.8 km
  • The Rose & Thistle0.8 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • 805 Restaurant & Grill0.1 km
  • Betty's Bistro0.2 km
  • Costa Coffee at Tesco0.2 km
  • Da Village Afghan Resteraunt0.2 km
  • Oishi0.2 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Reading Food Centre0.3 km
  • Aseda Supermarkets0.6 km
  • Oxford Road Supermarket0.6 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • European Mini Market0.2 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Church of God of Prophecy0.2 km
  • Crumbs Food Co / Mash Up / Honolulu Poke / Whip It Up0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Farmhouse Pizza0.1 km
  • Mr Cod0.3 km
  • + 20 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Tulip Styles Hotel0.8 km
  • The Abbey House Hotel0.6 km
  • Y M C A0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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

Bus Stops

  • West Village - Tesco0.1 km
  • West Village - Tesco0.1 km
  • Wantage Road0.2 km
  • Beresford Road0.2 km
  • Beresford Road0.3 km