Is RG4 8UN a safe place to live?

Yes, RG4 8UN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in RG4 8UN?

The average property price in RG4 8UN is currently around £492k.

What is the population of RG4 8UN?

The population for the RG4 8UN area is approximately 324 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

MARCHWOOD AVENUE, RG4 8UN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARCHWOOD AVENUE, RG4 8UN.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 65,400 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG4 8UN 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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9/10

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9/10

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4/10

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5/10

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4/10

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10/10

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6/10

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10/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG4 8UN combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£492k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £492k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG4 8UN is a sought-after residential area on Marchwood Avenue, 1.1km from Littlestead Green in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Emmer Green ward and the Reading East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG4, RG4 8UN offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £492k. 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 8UN are sourced from Output Area E00082889 (shared with 10 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 8UN. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.9%

Asian / British Asian6.8%

Black / African / Caribbean2.8%

Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

41%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 505,000

1 sales · Mean £ 505,000

Detached

£ 480,000

1 sales · Mean £ 480,000

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

RG4 8UN has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson2

Anti-social behaviour1

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

Caversham Park Primary School

Good144 pupils1.0 km

St Martin's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils1.2 km

The Hill Primary School

Good397 pupils1.3 km

Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

The Royal Berkshire Grill0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Reading Station3.9 km
Reading4.4 km
Reading West4.8 km

Bus Stops

Marchwood Avenue0.2 km
Marchwood Avenue0.2 km
Tower Close0.2 km
Tower Close0.3 km
Rose Hill0.4 km