Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

PEPPARD ROAD, RG4 8XB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PEPPARD ROAD, RG4 8XB.

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Population

341

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 65,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG4 8XB 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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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

RG4 8XB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £205k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £205k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

RG4 8XB is a sought-after residential area on Peppard Road, 0.8km from Emmer Green in Caversham. Administratively it sits within Emmer Green ward and the Reading East constituency.

For serious buyers, RG4 8XB is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 90% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k. 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 8XB are sourced from Output Area E00082888 (shared with 14 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 8XB. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.3%
Asian / British Asian10.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 190,000

16 sales · Mean £ 196,375

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

RG4 8XB has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Emmer Green Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.0 km
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Caversham Park Primary School

Good144 pupils1.1 km
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The Hill Primary School

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

Good161 pupils1.3 km
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Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre

Good1571 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • True Food Community Co-op1.0 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
  • McColls at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
  • Village Wine & Beers0.9 km
  • Sue Ryder at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Horse0.8 km
  • The White Horse0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Turkish Grill at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
  • Village Tandoori Restaurant0.9 km
  • Raj Tandoori0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Pearl River Chinese Takeaway at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
  • Master Fryer at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km
  • The Bite Sandwich and Coffee Bar at Milestone Way precinct0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Budgens at Milestone Way Precinct0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station3.7 km
  • Reading4.2 km
  • Reading West4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Rose Hill0.1 km
  • Rose Hill0.1 km
  • Tower Close0.1 km
  • Tower Close0.2 km
  • Courtenay Drive0.3 km