RG30 2UQ is a safe, established residential area on Lancing Close, 1.3km from Coley in Reading. Administratively it sits within Battle ward and the Reading West constituency.
For families considering a move, RG30 2UQ represents 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. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for RG30 2UQ are sourced from Output Area E00082648 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LANCING CLOSE, RG30 2UQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANCING CLOSE, RG30 2UQ.
365
36
£ 59,100 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG30 2UQ 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.
Area Character
RG30 2UQ is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £350k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG30 2UQ. The average age is 36.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 320,000
2 sales · Mean £ 320,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG30 2UQ has low crime rates — 43 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
Cranbury College
Battle Primary Academy
All Saints Junior School
All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School
Oxford Road Community School
Wilson Primary School
The WREN School
Civitas Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- Ajv Stores0.4 km
- Bina Continental Stores0.5 km
- Cake Box0.5 km
- Nico Sweet Cake0.5 km
- Oxford Sweet Shop0.7 km
- + 38 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Wishing Well0.5 km
- The Southcote Beefeater0.7 km
- The Nags Head0.9 km
- The Rose & Thistle0.4 km
- The Spread Eagle0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- 805 Restaurant & Grill0.7 km
- Betty's Bistro0.7 km
- Costa Coffee at Tesco0.8 km
- Da Village Afghan Resteraunt0.5 km
- Oishi0.5 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Reading Food Centre0.5 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- European Mini Market0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Church of God of Prophecy0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Farmhouse Pizza0.6 km
- Mr Cod0.8 km
- Vampires Den0.4 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
10 nearby- Belle Vue House Hotel0.7 km
- Bow Guest House0.9 km
- Crown Lodge Guest House0.9 km
- The Abbey House Hotel0.1 km
- Y M C A0.4 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reading West0.4 km
- Reading1.5 km
- Reading Station1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Southcote Road0.1 km
- Southcote Road0.1 km
- Reading West Station - Tilehurst Road0.2 km
- Reading West Rail Station0.2 km
- Cranbury Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG302UQ · Data under Open Government Licence