Is RG31 4AA a safe place to live?

Yes, RG31 4AA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 30 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in RG31 4AA?

The average property price in RG31 4AA is currently around £227k.

What is the population of RG31 4AA?

The population for the RG31 4AA area is approximately 400 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Berkshire, South East

OLD BATH ROAD, RG31 4AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD BATH ROAD, RG31 4AA.

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

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Population

400

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 59,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG31 4AA 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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6/10

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4/10

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2/10

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6/10

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7/10

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7/10

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9/10

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6/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 45, RG31 4AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG31 4AA is a safe, established residential area on Old Bath Road, 0.4km from Calcot Row in Reading. Administratively it sits within Tilehurst Birch Copse ward and the Reading West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £227k.

Census 2021 statistics for RG31 4AA are sourced from Output Area E00082203 (shared with 16 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 RG31 4AA. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.0%

Asian / British Asian7.8%

Black / African / Caribbean2.5%

Other / Mixed5.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 227,500

2 sales · Mean £ 227,500

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

RG31 4AA has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences63

Criminal damage and arson21

Anti-social behaviour16

Public order16

Other theft13

school Local Schools

Calcot Infant School and Nursery

Good256 pupils0.3 km

Calcot Junior School

Good280 pupils0.3 km

St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good318 pupils1.2 km

Springfield Primary School

Good335 pupils1.3 km

Kennet Valley Primary School

Good206 pupils1.5 km

Churchend Primary Academy

Good455 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Calcot Park Golf Club Ltd0.8 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Starbucks Coffee Co At Sainsburys0.3 km
McDonalds Restaurant0.3 km
Let's Eat Trading Limited T/as The Avenue Deli0.0 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Best Western Calcot Hotel0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Akaran Trading Ltd0.3 km
J's Food & Wine0.1 km
Munchies Express0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Phat J's0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Theale2.2 km
Tilehurst3.4 km
Reading West4.2 km

Bus Stops

Sovereign Way0.1 km
Murdochs0.1 km
Murdochs0.1 km
Calcot Hotel0.1 km
Sovereign Way0.1 km