Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

VALENTINE CRESCENT, RG4 5JL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALENTINE CRESCENT, RG4 5JL.

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Population

329

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 68,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG4 5JL 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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9/10
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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG4 5JL's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £551k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £551k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 10.2% year-on-year.

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

RG4 5JL is a sought-after residential area on Valentine Crescent, 0.9km from Caversham in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Caversham ward and the Reading East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG4, RG4 5JL offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 93% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £551k, up 10.2% 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 RG4 5JL are sourced from Output Area E00082975 (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 RG4 5JL. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 416,125

6 sales · Mean £ 441,791

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

RG4 5JL has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8
Vehicle crime8
Other theft5
Burglary5
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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Micklands Primary School

Good377 pupils0.6 km
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The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils0.8 km
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New Bridge Nursery School

Outstanding59 pupils0.9 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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Caversham Nursery School

Outstanding75 pupils1.0 km
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Caversham Primary School

Inadequate410 pupils1.1 km
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Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.2 km
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Thameside Primary School

Good393 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • The Shop Inn0.4 km
  • Caversham Park Food and Wine1.0 km
  • Londis1.0 km
  • Markand Pharmacy0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Red Cow Inn0.8 km
  • Travellers Rest0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Momo House1.0 km
  • Washington Afc Kitchen0.9 km
  • 3Cs Cafe at St Johns Church0.9 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.7 km
  • Co-operative Food0.4 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Golden Chef Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Qumin Takeaway0.4 km
  • Ready Tasty Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Attimonosh0.4 km
  • Oriental Express1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station1.9 km
  • Reading2.4 km
  • Reading West3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Chiltern Road0.4 km
  • Chiltern Road0.4 km