Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

LANCING CLOSE, RG30 2UQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANCING CLOSE, RG30 2UQ.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 59,100 /yr

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Employed

64%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British66.8%
Asian / British Asian18.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.7%
Other / Mixed9.5%

Economic Activity

64%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences187
Anti-social behaviour58
Other theft41
Public order37
Criminal damage and arson26

school Local Schools

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Cranbury College

Good98 pupils0.3 km
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Battle Primary Academy

Good447 pupils0.3 km
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All Saints Junior School

Outstanding96 pupils0.4 km
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All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School

Good59 pupils0.4 km
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Oxford Road Community School

Good249 pupils0.6 km
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Wilson Primary School

Good457 pupils0.7 km
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The WREN School

Good978 pupils0.8 km
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Civitas Academy

Good350 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Reading Food Centre0.5 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • European Mini Market0.7 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

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

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