Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

HEMDEAN ROAD, RG4 7QX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEMDEAN ROAD, RG4 7QX.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 68,700 /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 7QX 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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8/10
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10/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG4 7QX combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£402k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 49.5% year-on-year.

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

RG4 7QX is a sought-after residential area on Hemdean Road, 0.2km from Caversham in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Caversham ward and the Reading East constituency.

For serious buyers, RG4 7QX is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £402k, down 49.5% 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 7QX are sourced from Output Area E00082987 (shared with 25 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 7QX. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.2%
Asian / British Asian10.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
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

Flat

£ 235,000

5 sales · Mean £ 236,990

Semi-Detached

£ 483,750

6 sales · Mean £ 529,583

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

RG4 7QX has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Other theft7
Other crime4
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Caversham Primary School

Inadequate410 pupils0.3 km
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Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre

Good1571 pupils0.7 km
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Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.0 km
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Thameside Primary School

Good393 pupils1.1 km
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The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils1.1 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils1.1 km
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New Bridge Nursery School

Outstanding59 pupils1.4 km
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E P Collier Primary School

Good340 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Caversham Tandoori0.8 km
  • Mo's Kebabs0.8 km
  • Christian Community Action Drop In Centre0.8 km
  • Go Sing Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Stir Fry Caversham0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Superdrug Stores0.9 km
  • Caversham Herbs0.8 km
  • Caversham Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Sushi Daily at Waitrose0.9 km
  • Warings Craft Bakers0.8 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Caversham Health & Fitness Club0.9 km
  • The Clifton Arms0.9 km
  • Caversham Bowling Club0.6 km
  • Persian Palace (street level)0.9 km
  • The Last Crumb0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Alto Lounge0.8 km
  • Pasibrzueszek Polish Cousin Restaurant0.7 km
  • Lebanese Village0.9 km
  • Spice Oven Restaurant0.9 km
  • Thai Table0.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Waitrose0.9 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • Iceland0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station1.8 km
  • Reading2.3 km
  • Reading West2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Road0.1 km
  • Grove Hill0.1 km
  • Grove Hill0.1 km
  • Victoria Road0.2 km
  • Grove Hill0.2 km