Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

WEALDEN WAY, RG30 6DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEALDEN WAY, RG30 6DA.

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Population

331

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 61,200 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG30 6DA 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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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

RG30 6DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 8.3% year-on-year.

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

RG30 6DA is a safe, established residential area on Wealden Way, 0.7km from Armour Hill in Reading. Administratively it sits within Kentwood ward and the Reading West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG30, RG30 6DA offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, up 8.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RG30 6DA are sourced from Output Area E00082744 (shared with 8 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 6DA. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.7%
Asian / British Asian6.1%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed7.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 280,000

23 sales · Mean £ 279,184

Semi-Detached

£ 317,500

12 sales · Mean £ 308,454

Detached

£ 336,000

7 sales · Mean £ 350,142

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

RG30 6DA has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting95
Violence and sexual offences48
Other theft23
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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Meadow Park Academy

Good338 pupils0.1 km
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Blagrave Nursery School

Outstanding43 pupils0.3 km
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Moorlands Primary School

Good355 pupils0.6 km
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Norcot Early Years Centre

Outstanding109 pupils0.8 km
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Park Lane Primary School

Good410 pupils1.0 km
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Ranikhet Academy

Good214 pupils1.0 km
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The Avenue Special School

Outstanding192 pupils1.0 km
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Thames Valley School

Requires Improvement50 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Prince0.9 km
  • Butchers Arms0.6 km
  • The Tilehurst Club0.3 km
  • The Victoria0.2 km
  • Tilehurst Royal British Legion0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Vesuvio Pizzeria0.3 km
  • Himalayan Hot Spot0.4 km
  • Mad Hatters Pottery Painting Cafe0.9 km
  • Norcot Food Pantry0.9 km
  • The Link Cafe0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Asda Service Station0.5 km
  • Costcutter Superstore1.0 km
  • N K Food and Wine0.8 km
  • Sushi Daily at Waitrose1.0 km
  • Age UK0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Four Seasons Fish & Chips1.0 km
  • Ohayo Sushi & Wok1.0 km
  • Sunshine Chinese Wok Away0.9 km
  • Thai Now1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.8 km
  • Co-operative Food0.4 km
  • Waitrose1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tilehurst1.2 km
  • Reading West2.9 km
  • Reading4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Blundells Road0.1 km
  • Blundells Road0.2 km
  • Church End Lane0.3 km
  • Kentwood Close0.3 km
  • Kentwood Close0.3 km