Postcode Analysis Reading, South East

BRACKENDALE WAY, RG6 1DZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRACKENDALE WAY, RG6 1DZ.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 60,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RG6 1DZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG6 1DZ combines high owner-occupation (68%), strong property values (£810k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £810k 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

RG6 1DZ is a sought-after residential area on Brackendale Way, 0.7km from Maiden Erlegh in Reading. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Reading East constituency.

For serious buyers, RG6 1DZ is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Reading.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £810k, down 0.6% year-on-year. 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 RG6 1DZ are sourced from Output Area E00082866 (shared with 11 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 1DZ. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.2%
Asian / British Asian21.9%
Black / African / Caribbean5.9%
Other / Mixed8.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 727,400

6 sales · Mean £ 698,300

Semi-Detached

£ 518,000

1 sales · Mean £ 518,000

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

RG6 1DZ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences60
Shoplifting34
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order16
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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Earley St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good516 pupils0.2 km
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Alfred Sutton Primary School

Good693 pupils0.6 km
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Hamilton School

Inadequate53 pupils0.6 km
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UTC Reading

Inadequate472 pupils0.7 km
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Maiden Erlegh School in Reading

Good886 pupils0.8 km
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Aldryngton Primary School

Outstanding316 pupils0.9 km
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Maiden Erlegh School

Outstanding1860 pupils1.0 km
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Redlands Primary School

Requires Improvement223 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Rizouq0.5 km
  • New Happy Garden0.5 km
  • Sen Sushi0.3 km
  • Botanic Coffee0.2 km
  • Top Table Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Reading Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Premier Stores0.4 km
  • BP Weldale Connect0.2 km
  • J Guris0.5 km
  • Rahim Superstore0.6 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Elmhurst Hotel0.2 km
  • Brackenhurst Guest House0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Three Tuns0.2 km
  • Our Lady of Peace Social Club0.4 km
  • Palmer Tavern0.8 km
  • Mojo's Bar0.9 km
  • The Roebuck / The Kitchen0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Knights Café0.9 km
  • Better Cafe, Palmer Park1.0 km
  • Palmer Park Sports Stadium1.0 km
  • The Original Gourmet Burger Co.0.5 km
  • Miah's Garden of Gulab0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.2 km
  • Co-operative Food1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Earley1.1 km
  • Winnersh Triangle2.7 km
  • Reading3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Melrose Avenue0.1 km
  • Melrose Avenue0.2 km
  • St Peters Church0.2 km
  • Three Tuns0.2 km
  • St Peters Church0.2 km