Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

READING ROAD, RG5 3DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for READING ROAD, RG5 3DB.

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Population

290

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG5 3DB 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG5 3DB's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £610k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £610k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

RG5 3DB is a sought-after residential area on Reading Road, 0.5km from Martin's Corner in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Coronation ward and the Maidenhead constituency.

For serious buyers, RG5 3DB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £610k. 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 RG5 3DB are sourced from Output Area E00083922 (shared with 7 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 RG5 3DB. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.6%
Asian / British Asian9.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 590,000

6 sales · Mean £ 540,750

Detached

£ 770,000

1 sales · Mean £ 770,000

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

RG5 3DB has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Anti-social behaviour17
Shoplifting16
Other theft14
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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The Ambleside Centre

Outstanding119 pupils0.4 km
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Beechwood Primary School

Inadequate349 pupils0.4 km
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St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School

Outstanding421 pupils0.4 km
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Addington School

Outstanding256 pupils0.8 km
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The Bulmershe School

Good1388 pupils0.8 km
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Highwood Primary School

Good474 pupils0.8 km
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South Lake Primary School

Outstanding457 pupils1.0 km
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Rivermead Primary School

Good1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Papa John's0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Hong Kong0.3 km
  • Maya's Treats Ltd0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Boots (UK) Ltd0.3 km
  • HK Superstore Ltd0.3 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.9 km
  • Wine Rack0.7 km
  • Woodley News0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Bowling Pavilion0.4 km
  • Bull & Chequers0.8 km
  • Goals Soccer Centre0.8 km
  • Shepherds House Inn Gourmet Kitchen0.9 km
  • The Chequers0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Adda Hut0.3 km
  • Bosco Lounge0.3 km
  • Brown Bag0.2 km
  • Coffee #10.3 km
  • Crumbs0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.3 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd.0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley1.7 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.2 km
  • Winnersh Station3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Chequers0.1 km
  • Chequers0.2 km
  • Woodwaye0.2 km
  • Western Avenue - Reading Road0.2 km
  • Woodwaye0.2 km