Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

RG30 1AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG30 1AW.

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Population

596

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 64,000 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG30 1AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines RG30 1AW — 52% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 30 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

RG30 1AW is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood within the RG30 district of Reading. Administratively it sits within Battle ward and the Reading West constituency.

Day-to-day life in RG30 1AW has the character of a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00177241 (shared with 36 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 1AW. The average age is 30.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British47.9%
Asian / British Asian21.5%
Black / African / Caribbean17.6%
Other / Mixed12.9%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around RG30 1AW is moderate at 57 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 offences204
Anti-social behaviour89
Other theft56
Public order46
Shoplifting39

school Local Schools

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Battle Primary Academy

Good447 pupils0.5 km
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Wilson Primary School

Good457 pupils0.6 km
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Cranbury College

Good98 pupils0.6 km
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Oxford Road Community School

Good249 pupils0.8 km
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All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School

Good59 pupils1.1 km
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All Saints Junior School

Outstanding96 pupils1.1 km
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Civitas Academy

Good350 pupils1.1 km
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Ranikhet Academy

Good214 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

42 nearby
  • Ajv Stores0.4 km
  • Bina Continental Stores0.4 km
  • Cake Box0.4 km
  • Nico Sweet Cake0.3 km
  • Oxford Sweet Shop0.1 km
  • + 37 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Wishing Well0.4 km
  • The Royal Albion0.6 km
  • The Pondhouse0.6 km
  • The Rose & Thistle0.9 km
  • The Spread Eagle0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • 805 Restaurant & Grill0.1 km
  • Betty's Bistro0.1 km
  • Costa Coffee at Tesco0.3 km
  • Da Village Afghan Resteraunt0.3 km
  • Oishi0.4 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Reading Food Centre0.4 km
  • Aseda Supermarkets0.8 km
  • Oxford Road Supermarket0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • European Mini Market0.1 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Tulip Styles Hotel0.6 km
  • The Abbey House Hotel0.7 km
  • Y M C A0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading West0.7 km
  • Reading Station1.9 km
  • Reading1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Wantage Road0.1 km
  • West Village - Tesco0.2 km
  • Wantage Road0.2 km
  • West Village - Tesco0.2 km
  • Brock Gardens0.3 km