Postcode Analysis West Berkshire, South East

FAIRWAY AVENUE, RG30 4QB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRWAY AVENUE, RG30 4QB.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 59,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG30 4QB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG30 4QB combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£638k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £638k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 62.4% year-on-year.

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

RG30 4QB is a sought-after residential area on Fairway Avenue, 0.7km from Calcot Row in Reading. Administratively it sits within Tilehurst Birch Copse ward and the Reading West constituency.

For serious buyers, RG30 4QB is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £638k, up 62.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 4QB are sourced from Output Area E00082146 (shared with 7 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 4QB. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.0%
Asian / British Asian13.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 650,000

17 sales · Mean £ 671,411

Semi-Detached

£ 600,750

2 sales · Mean £ 600,750

Terraced

£ 525,000

1 sales · Mean £ 525,000

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

RG30 4QB has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Criminal damage and arson6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good318 pupils0.6 km
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Park Lane Primary School

Good410 pupils0.8 km
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Calcot Junior School

Good280 pupils0.9 km
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Calcot Infant School and Nursery

Good256 pupils0.9 km
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Springfield Primary School

Good335 pupils1.0 km
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Churchend Primary Academy

Good455 pupils1.0 km
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Thames Valley School

Requires Improvement50 pupils1.0 km
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The Avenue Special School

Outstanding192 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Prince0.8 km
  • Tilehurst Royal British Legion0.9 km
  • Fox And Hounds, The0.8 km
  • The Plough Inn0.9 km
  • Water Tower (Tilehurst)0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Eurest At Harrods Distribution Centre0.4 km
  • Mad Hatters Pottery Painting Cafe0.9 km
  • Zyka0.7 km
  • Shoemakers0.4 km
  • Spice Master0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Local Xpress0.8 km
  • Butts Super News0.9 km
  • Park Lane Off Licence0.4 km
  • Today's Local0.7 km
  • Triangle Pharmacy0.9 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • The Tasty Plaice0.4 km
  • Herbies Pizza0.8 km
  • Ocean Garden0.8 km
  • Peking Chef0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tilehurst2.5 km
  • Theale2.9 km
  • Reading West3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Water Tower0.3 km
  • Water Tower0.3 km
  • Halls Road0.4 km
  • City Road0.4 km
  • Halls Road0.4 km