RG5 4AY is a safe, established residential area on Coniston Close, 0.3km from Wheeler's Green in Woodley. Administratively it sits within Loddon ward and the Reading East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG5, RG5 4AY offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 81% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k, up 20.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RG5 4AY are sourced from Output Area E00084103 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CONISTON CLOSE, RG5 4AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CONISTON CLOSE, RG5 4AY.
293
43
£ 49,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG5 4AY 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates RG5 4AY — age 43, 81% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £340k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 20.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG5 4AY. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 330,750
15 sales · Mean £ 331,450
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
9 sales · Mean £ 294,766
Detached
£ 567,000
1 sales · Mean £ 567,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG5 4AY has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rivermead Primary School
South Lake Primary School
The Ambleside Centre
Beechwood Primary School
Loddon Primary School
Highwood Primary School
Woodley CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Londis0.5 km
- Wickes1.0 km
- Delimobile0.9 km
- Budgens0.7 km
- NISA LOCAL1.0 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Good Companions0.2 km
- The George0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Salt & Vinegar Fish & Chips0.2 km
- Laz Tadim0.5 km
- New Moon Takeaway0.5 km
- Woodley Chef0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Rainbow Cafe0.8 km
- Bluemoon Restaurant & Takeaway0.3 km
- Coffee Haven at Winnersh Garden Centre0.8 km
- Compass Group at Becton Dickinson0.9 km
- Costa Coffee Drive Thru1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winnersh Triangle0.8 km
- Earley1.3 km
- Winnersh Station2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Good Companions0.1 km
- The Ridgeway0.1 km
- The Ridgeway0.2 km
- Good Companions0.2 km
- Hearn Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG54AY · Data under Open Government Licence