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About

Park Ward is a residential area located in the eastern part of Reading, Berkshire. It is bordered by Cemetery Junction and the University of Reading’s Whiteknights Campus. The ward features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern apartments. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to the needs of residents.

The area is known for its proximity to green spaces, such as Palmer Park, which offers sports facilities and a playground. Public transport links provide easy access to Reading town centre and surrounding areas. Park Ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with events often held at local venues like the Palmer Park Stadium. The ward’s location makes it popular with students and young professionals.

Area overview

On average Park has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Park is £58,381 per year. There are 6 schools in Park: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Park Population
11,445
Population density
8,603.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,510
39.4%
Pakistani
1,515
13.24%
Other White
1,433
12.52%
Other Asian
1,080
9.44%
Indian
688
6.01%
Total population: 11,446

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,610
42.11%
Owns with a mortgage
1,013
26.5%
Owns outright
818
21.4%
Other social rented
164
4.29%
Other forms of private rent
115
3.01%
Total households: 3,823

Property prices in Park

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £322,000 in Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,646 up to £850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Park in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Park over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£804,800
Flats16£211,875
Semi-Detached20£532,000
Terraced60£320,000

10 years median price trend in Park

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Park.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.