Postcode Analysis West Berkshire, South East

POPPY WAY, RG31 4RJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POPPY WAY, RG31 4RJ.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 59,600 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG31 4RJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

RG31 4RJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £327k, 79% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

RG31 4RJ is a sought-after residential area on Poppy Way, 0.5km from Calcot Row in Reading. Administratively it sits within Tilehurst Birch Copse ward and the Reading West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG31, RG31 4RJ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £327k. 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 RG31 4RJ are sourced from Output Area E00082150 (shared with 10 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 RG31 4RJ. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.9%
Asian / British Asian10.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 305,000

3 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

RG31 4RJ has low crime rates — 27 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 offences48
Criminal damage and arson17
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order10
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Calcot Infant School and Nursery

Good256 pupils0.2 km
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Calcot Junior School

Good280 pupils0.2 km
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good318 pupils0.9 km
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Springfield Primary School

Good335 pupils0.9 km
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Birch Copse Primary School

Outstanding425 pupils1.4 km
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Park Lane Primary School

Good410 pupils1.4 km
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Little Heath School

Good1647 pupils1.5 km
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Churchend Primary Academy

Good455 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Fox And Hounds, The0.9 km
  • Calcot Park Golf Club Ltd0.9 km
  • Water Tower (Tilehurst)0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Argos Ltd1.0 km
  • Sportsdirect.com1.0 km
  • Sushi Gourmet at Sainsburys1.0 km
  • Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
  • Akaran Trading Ltd0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Starbucks Coffee Co At Sainsburys0.4 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant0.4 km
  • Let's Eat Trading Limited T/as The Avenue Deli0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Best Western Calcot Hotel0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The Tasty Plaice0.9 km
  • Phat J's0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Theale2.2 km
  • Tilehurst3.2 km
  • Reading West4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Conway Road0.1 km
  • Conway Road0.1 km
  • Garston Crescent Summit0.1 km
  • Garston Crescent Summit0.2 km
  • Sovereign Way0.2 km