Postcode Analysis Wokingham, South East

RG6 1AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG6 1AZ.

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Population

396

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 72,900 /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: RG6 1AZ 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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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines RG6 1AZ — 49% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

RG6 1AZ is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Earley Rise in Reading. Administratively it sits within Bulmershe and Whitegates ward and the Reading East constituency.

For families considering a move, RG6 1AZ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a independent professional metro services character: higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wokingham.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RG6 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00083877 (shared with 527 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 RG6 1AZ. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British42.0%
Asian / British Asian49.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

RG6 1AZ has low crime rates — 43 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 offences72
Anti-social behaviour33
Other theft20
Vehicle crime17
Public order13

school Local Schools

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New Town Primary School

Good378 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Church of England Primary School

Good427 pupils0.9 km
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Alfred Sutton Primary School

Good693 pupils1.0 km
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Maiden Erlegh School in Reading

Good886 pupils1.0 km
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UTC Reading

Inadequate472 pupils1.0 km
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Hamilton School

Inadequate53 pupils1.2 km
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Redlands Primary School

Requires Improvement223 pupils1.2 km
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Reading School

Outstanding1104 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Al-Rehman General Store0.4 km
  • Gurungs0.7 km
  • Maharaja Sweets0.6 km
  • J Guris1.0 km
  • Rahim Superstore0.9 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Up The Junction0.6 km
  • The Jolly Anglers0.7 km
  • Palmer Tavern0.7 km
  • Hope & Bear0.8 km
  • Salisbury Conservative Club0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • K K's Grill0.7 km
  • New Happy Garden1.0 km
  • Tops Pizza0.7 km
  • Zee Karahi0.6 km
  • Khan’s Karahi0.7 km
  • + 14 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

33 nearby
  • DriftWood0.7 km
  • Better Cafe, Palmer Park0.6 km
  • Deccan House0.6 km
  • Palmer Park Sports Stadium0.6 km
  • The Original Gourmet Burger Co.1.0 km
  • + 28 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi0.0 km
  • Co-operative Food0.7 km
  • Co-operative Food1.0 km
  • Tesco at Crown Collonade0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Reading Station2.1 km
  • Reading2.2 km
  • Earley2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Liverpool Road0.2 km
  • Liverpool Road0.3 km
  • Thames Valley P&R0.3 km
  • London Road - The Drive0.4 km
  • Cholmeley Road0.4 km