Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

PALMER PARK AVENUE, RG6 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALMER PARK AVENUE, RG6 1DP.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 57,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates RG6 1DP — age 31, 42% ownership, 57% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

RG6 1DP is a safe, established residential area on Palmer Park Avenue, 0.8km from Earley Rise in Reading. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Reading East constituency.

For renters and young professionals, RG6 1DP offers 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. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With residents averaging 31 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RG6 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00082850 (shared with 3 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 RG6 1DP. The average age is 30.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.4%
Asian / British Asian17.5%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed18.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 29%
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.

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

RG6 1DP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences76
Other theft22
Anti-social behaviour18
Public order18
Criminal damage and arson13

school Local Schools

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Alfred Sutton Primary School

Good693 pupils0.3 km
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UTC Reading

Inadequate472 pupils0.6 km
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Hamilton School

Inadequate53 pupils0.6 km
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Maiden Erlegh School in Reading

Good886 pupils0.6 km
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Earley St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good516 pupils0.8 km
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Redlands Primary School

Requires Improvement223 pupils1.1 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils1.1 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Rizouq0.3 km
  • New Happy Garden0.3 km
  • Sen Sushi1.0 km
  • Khan’s Karahi0.4 km
  • Biryani Boyzz0.3 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Reading Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Premier Stores0.7 km
  • Global Foods & Groceries1.0 km
  • Big Bazaar0.3 km
  • Erleigh Road Pharmacy0.9 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Elmhurst Hotel0.8 km
  • Brackenhurst Guest House0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Three Tuns0.9 km
  • Palmer Tavern0.4 km
  • Earley Home Guard Club0.7 km
  • The Roebuck / The Kitchen0.4 km
  • Ice House0.8 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.8 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Co-operative Food0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • All Stars0.3 km
  • Chaiiwala Reading0.3 km
  • Earley Cafe0.3 km
  • Indian Community Centre0.3 km
  • Munchiies0.3 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley1.5 km
  • Reading2.8 km
  • Reading Station2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Eastcourt Avenue0.3 km
  • Eastcourt Avenue0.3 km
  • Culver Lane0.3 km
  • Culver Lane0.3 km
  • Palmer Park Avenue0.3 km