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.
VALENTINE CRESCENT, RG4 5JL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALENTINE CRESCENT, RG4 5JL.
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39
£ 68,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Micklands Primary School
The Hill Primary School
New Bridge Nursery School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Caversham Nursery School
Caversham Primary School
Emmer Green Primary School
Thameside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Shop Inn0.4 km
- Caversham Park Food and Wine1.0 km
- Londis1.0 km
- Markand Pharmacy0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Red Cow Inn0.8 km
- Travellers Rest0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Momo House1.0 km
- Washington Afc Kitchen0.9 km
- 3Cs Cafe at St Johns Church0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative Food0.7 km
- Co-operative Food0.4 km
- Tesco0.7 km
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
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Postcode Profile: RG45JL · Data under Open Government Licence