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.
BRACKENDALE WAY, RG6 1DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRACKENDALE WAY, RG6 1DZ.
285
41
£ 60,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG6 1DZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Earley St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Alfred Sutton Primary School
Hamilton School
UTC Reading
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
Aldryngton Primary School
Maiden Erlegh School
Redlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Elmhurst Hotel0.2 km
- Brackenhurst Guest House0.2 km
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: RG61DZ · Data under Open Government Licence