Central Reading South is a primarily residential area located just south of Reading town centre. It features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with some modern apartment buildings. The area is well-connected, with easy access to Reading Station and major roads like the A33.
Local amenities include several schools, small supermarkets, and independent shops. Green spaces like Palmer Park provide recreational areas for residents. The area is popular with young professionals and families due to its proximity to the town centre and transport links.
On average Central Reading South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 161 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Reading South is £64,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Central Reading South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £253,000 in Central Reading South area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £730,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £520,000 |
| Flats | 71 | £233,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 4 | £412,500 |
| Terraced | 9 | £325,000 |
10 years price trend in Central Reading South
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Rose Kiln Lane
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Alfred Street
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Silver Street
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East Street
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London Street
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South Street
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Cheapside
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Anstey Road
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Henry Street
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London Street
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Queen's Road
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Coley Place
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Pennyroyal Court
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Temple Place
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Kendrick Road
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Garnet Street
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Oxford Road
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Castle Street
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London Road
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Castle Hill
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Laud Close
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South Street
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London Road
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Rose Kiln Lane
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Southampton Street
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Bridge Street
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Alfred Street
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Jesse Terrace
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Oxford Road
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Crown Street
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Crane Wharf
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Rose Kiln Lane
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Jesse Terrace
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Epping Close
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Henry Street
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Baker Street
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Imperial Way
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Mallard Row
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Alfred Street
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Castle Street
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Gun Street
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Crown Street
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Jubilee Square
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Chatham Place
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Bridge Street
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Crown Street
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Queen's Road
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London Street
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East Street
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South Street
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London Road
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Rose Kiln Lane
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Chatham Place
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Castle Street
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Letcombe Street
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Southampton Street
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Garnet Street
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Alfred Street
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Fobney Street
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Temple Place
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Church Street
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Fobney Street
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Cheapside
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Howard Street
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Island Road
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Crown Street
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Silver Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.