RG4 6SB is a sought-after residential area on Carisbrooke Close, 0.2km from Caversham Park in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Emmer Green ward and the Reading East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG4, RG4 6SB offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k, up 41.9% 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 6SB are sourced from Output Area E00082896 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARISBROOKE CLOSE, RG4 6SB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARISBROOKE CLOSE, RG4 6SB.
353
41
£ 65,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG4 6SB 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
RG4 6SB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £375k, 83% 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 up 41.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG4 6SB. The average age is 40.9. 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
Detached
£ 440,000
1 sales · Mean £ 440,000
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
1 sales · Mean £ 310,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG4 6SB has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Hill Primary School
Emmer Green Primary School
Caversham Park Primary School
St Martin's Catholic Primary School
Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Micklands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Dudmans of Berkshire0.6 km
- True Food Community Co-op0.5 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- McColls at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- Village Wine & Beers0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Black Horse0.3 km
- The White Horse0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Older Generation Lunch Club at Caversham Park Village Social Club0.4 km
- Turkish Grill at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- Village Tandoori Restaurant0.3 km
- Raj Tandoori0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Pearl River Chinese Takeaway at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- Master Fryer at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- The Bite Sandwich and Coffee Bar at Milestone Way precinct0.2 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Budgens at Milestone Way Precinct0.2 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Reading Station2.9 km
- Reading3.4 km
- Reading West3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Barnard Close0.1 km
- Barnard Close0.1 km
- Cavendish Road0.2 km
- Kiln Road0.2 km
- Cavendish Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG46SB · Data under Open Government Licence