Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

OAKLEY ROAD, RG4 7RN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKLEY ROAD, RG4 7RN.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 68,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG4 7RN 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.

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9/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG4 7RN's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £660k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £660k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 17.9% year-on-year.

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

RG4 7RN is a sought-after residential area on Oakley Road, 0.0km from Hemdean Bottom in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Caversham ward and the Reading East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG4, RG4 7RN offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £660k, up 17.9% 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 7RN are sourced from Output Area E00082970 (shared with 8 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 7RN. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.7%
Asian / British Asian6.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 675,500

2 sales · Mean £ 675,500

Semi-Detached

£ 548,000

8 sales · Mean £ 581,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

RG4 7RN has low crime rates — 7 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 offences18
Other theft7
Vehicle crime4
Drugs3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Caversham Primary School

Inadequate410 pupils0.4 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 pupils1.2 km
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The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils1.2 km
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The Heights Primary School

Outstanding347 pupils1.3 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils1.3 km
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E P Collier Primary School

Good340 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Caversham Tandoori0.9 km
  • Mo's Kebabs0.9 km
  • Go Sing Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Stir Fry Caversham0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Superdrug Stores1.0 km
  • Caversham Herbs0.9 km
  • Caversham Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Sushi Daily at Waitrose1.0 km
  • Warings Craft Bakers0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Alto Lounge0.9 km
  • Pasibrzueszek Polish Cousin Restaurant0.8 km
  • Lebanese Village1.0 km
  • Spice Oven Restaurant0.9 km
  • Thai Table0.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Waitrose1.0 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Caversham Bowling Club0.5 km
  • Persian Palace (street level)1.0 km
  • The Last Crumb0.9 km
  • Angel Bar0.9 km
  • Miller & Carter Caversham0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station1.9 km
  • Reading2.4 km
  • Reading West2.5 km

Bus Stops

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