RG31 4RQ is a sought-after residential area on Yew Tree Rise, 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 4RQ 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k, down 4.1% 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 RG31 4RQ are sourced from Output Area E00082150 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YEW TREE RISE, RG31 4RQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YEW TREE RISE, RG31 4RQ.
296
36
£ 59,600 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG31 4RQ 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.
Area Character
RG31 4RQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £365k, 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. Property prices are trending down 4.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG31 4RQ. 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
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 360,000
13 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Detached
£ 385,000
3 sales · Mean £ 380,000
Terraced
£ 342,000
3 sales · Mean £ 337,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG31 4RQ has low crime rates — 25 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.
school Local Schools
Calcot Infant School and Nursery
Calcot Junior School
St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Springfield Primary School
Park Lane Primary School
Birch Copse Primary School
Churchend Primary Academy
Little Heath School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Fox And Hounds, The0.9 km
- Calcot Park Golf Club Ltd0.8 km
- Water Tower (Tilehurst)0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Starbucks Coffee Co At Sainsburys0.5 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.5 km
- Let's Eat Trading Limited T/as The Avenue Deli0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Best Western Calcot Hotel0.5 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Akaran Trading Ltd0.5 km
- Park Lane Off Licence0.8 km
- B and M Retail Ltd1.0 km
- J's Food & Wine0.2 km
- Munchies Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The Tasty Plaice0.8 km
- Phat J's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Theale2.3 km
- Tilehurst3.1 km
- Reading West4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Conway Road0.1 km
- Yew Tree Rise0.2 km
- Conway Road0.2 km
- Yew Tree Rise0.2 km
- Sovereign Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG314RQ · Data under Open Government Licence