RG6 1AP is a sought-after residential area on Delamere Road in Reading. Administratively it sits within Bulmershe and Whitegates ward and the Reading East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG6, RG6 1AP offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wokingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £537k.
Census 2021 statistics for RG6 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00083878 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DELAMERE ROAD, RG6 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DELAMERE ROAD, RG6 1AP.
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£ 72,900 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG6 1AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG6 1AP's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £537k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG6 1AP. The average age is 39.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 410,000
13 sales · Mean £ 446,576
Terraced
£ 425,000
1 sales · Mean £ 425,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG6 1AP has low crime rates — 26 incidents 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
The Bulmershe School
Addington School
Highwood Primary School
Alfred Sutton Primary School
St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School
UTC Reading
Earley St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Majestic Wine Warehouse0.6 km
- Strawberry Local0.8 km
- Culver Lane Convenience Store0.7 km
- Sarota0.4 km
- Sonning Cutting SF Connect (food)0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Earley Home Guard Club0.3 km
- Goals Soccer Centre0.7 km
- Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Baxter Storey at Oracle Corporation 5101.0 km
- Blue Apple at Open Text0.5 km
- Gather & Gather @ CH&CO Catering Ltd0.7 km
- Sodexo at Sanofi0.6 km
- Bartllet Mitchell Ltd @ Microsoft0.5 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Food0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Terry Ling's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Earley1.9 km
- Winnersh Triangle3.1 km
- Reading Station3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Earley Power Station0.1 km
- Earley Power Station0.1 km
- Hilltop Road0.2 km
- Hilltop Road0.2 km
- Shepherds House Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RG61AP · Data under Open Government Licence