Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

KELSO MEWS, RG4 6RJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KELSO MEWS, RG4 6RJ.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 65,400 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG4 6RJ 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.

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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG4 6RJ's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £428k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 55.0% year-on-year.

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

RG4 6RJ is a sought-after residential area on Kelso Mews, 0.6km from Littlestead Green in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Emmer Green ward and the Reading East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG4, RG4 6RJ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £428k, up 55.0% 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 6RJ are sourced from Output Area E00082898 (shared with 18 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 6RJ. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.4%
Asian / British Asian20.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed5.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 527,000

2 sales · Mean £ 527,000

Terraced

£ 320,000

3 sales · Mean £ 322,500

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

RG4 6RJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime3
Other theft2
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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St Martin's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils0.2 km
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Caversham Park Primary School

Good144 pupils0.4 km
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Micklands Primary School

Good377 pupils1.1 km
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The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils1.1 km
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Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Momo House0.6 km
  • Older Generation Lunch Club at Caversham Park Village Social Club0.5 km
  • Shoulder Of Mutton1.0 km
  • THE CROWN INN0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Caversham Park Food and Wine0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Oriental Express0.6 km
  • Bien Manger Takeaway0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station3.3 km
  • Reading3.7 km
  • Reading West4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Osterley Drive0.0 km
  • Littlestead Close0.2 km
  • Dumbarton Way0.4 km
  • Queensway0.5 km