Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

KNIGHTON CLOSE, RG4 7SZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTON CLOSE, RG4 7SZ.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 68,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG4 7SZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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6/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG4 7SZ's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £466k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

RG4 7SZ is a sought-after residential area on Knighton Close, 0.4km from Caversham in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Caversham ward and the Reading East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG4, RG4 7SZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £466k. 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 7SZ are sourced from Output Area E00082662 (shared with 5 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 7SZ. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.4%
Asian / British Asian6.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 533,500

1 sales · Mean £ 533,500

Semi-Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

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

RG4 7SZ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences35
Shoplifting15
Other theft11
Public order9
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Caversham Primary School

Inadequate410 pupils0.1 km
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Thameside Primary School

Good393 pupils0.7 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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E P Collier Primary School

Good340 pupils1.1 km
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Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre

Good1571 pupils1.1 km
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New Bridge Nursery School

Outstanding59 pupils1.2 km
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Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.4 km
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The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Smiths Newsagency0.7 km
  • Superdrug Stores0.5 km
  • Your Local Green Grocers and Butcher1.0 km
  • Caversham Herbs0.5 km
  • Kings Meadow Convenience0.9 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Caversham Tandoori0.5 km
  • Mo's Kebabs0.5 km
  • Whittington's Tea Barge1.0 km
  • Big Jacks Peri Peri0.9 km
  • Burger Revolution1.0 km
  • + 7 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Caversham Health & Fitness Club0.5 km
  • The Clifton Arms0.6 km
  • Caversham Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Persian Palace (street level)0.5 km
  • The Last Crumb0.4 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Alto Lounge0.4 km
  • Pasibrzueszek Polish Cousin Restaurant0.3 km
  • Lebanese Village0.5 km
  • River Spice0.9 km
  • Spice Oven Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Waitrose0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.4 km
  • Nisa0.9 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Crowne Plaza Reading0.7 km
  • Easy Hotel1.0 km
  • Thameside Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station1.5 km
  • Reading2.0 km
  • Reading West2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Queen Street0.1 km
  • Queen Street0.1 km
  • Hemdean Hill0.2 km
  • Blenheim Road0.2 km
  • St Annes Well0.2 km