Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

CARISBROOKE CLOSE, RG4 6SB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARISBROOKE CLOSE, RG4 6SB.

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Population

353

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 65,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British85.1%
Asian / British Asian9.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences17
Shoplifting14
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order4
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils0.3 km
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Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils0.6 km
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Caversham Park Primary School

Good144 pupils0.7 km
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St Martin's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils0.8 km
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Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre

Good1571 pupils1.1 km
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Micklands Primary School

Good377 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Horse0.3 km
  • The White Horse0.2 km
restaurant

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
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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
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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