Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

LOVEROCK ROAD, RG30 1DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOVEROCK ROAD, RG30 1DY.

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Population

196

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 64,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

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

Cultural diversity defines RG30 1DY — 67% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.

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

RG30 1DY is a mixed residential area on Loverock Road, 1.4km from Gravel Hill in Reading. Administratively it sits within Battle ward and the Reading West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 67% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00177293 (shared with 617 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 1DY. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British33.2%
Asian / British Asian30.7%
Black / African / Caribbean27.2%
Other / Mixed8.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

Crime around RG30 1DY is moderate at 60 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 offences62
Anti-social behaviour41
Shoplifting37
Public order24
Other theft23

school Local Schools

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Wilson Primary School

Good457 pupils0.9 km
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Battle Primary Academy

Good447 pupils0.9 km
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Cranbury College

Good98 pupils1.0 km
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Oxford Road Community School

Good249 pupils1.1 km
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Civitas Academy

Good350 pupils1.3 km
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Ranikhet Academy

Good214 pupils1.3 km
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All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School

Good59 pupils1.4 km
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All Saints Junior School

Outstanding96 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Ajv Stores0.7 km
  • Bina Continental Stores0.8 km
  • Cake Box0.8 km
  • Nico Sweet Cake0.7 km
  • Oxford Sweet Shop0.5 km
  • + 34 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Wishing Well0.8 km
  • The Spread Eagle0.9 km
  • The White Eagle0.6 km
  • The Royal Albion0.6 km
  • The Pondhouse0.6 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • 805 Restaurant & Grill0.5 km
  • Betty's Bistro0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee at Tesco0.4 km
  • Da Village Afghan Resteraunt0.7 km
  • Grip UK0.8 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Reading Food Centre0.8 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • European Mini Market0.5 km
  • Hevs Best Deals0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Church of God of Prophecy0.5 km
  • Crumbs Food Co / Mash Up / Honolulu Poke / Whip It Up0.1 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Farmhouse Pizza0.6 km
  • Mr Cod0.5 km
  • + 19 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Tulip Styles Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading West1.1 km
  • Reading Station2.0 km
  • Reading2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Brock Gardens0.4 km
  • Wantage Road0.5 km
  • Brock Gardens0.5 km
  • Wantage Road0.5 km