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Purley on Thames

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About

Purley on Thames is a village in West Berkshire, located along the River Thames. The area is known for its mix of residential properties, ranging from period homes to modern developments. It offers easy access to the river, with walking paths and green spaces like Purley Park providing outdoor recreation. The village has a local primary school and a few small businesses, catering to daily needs.

Transport links are convenient, with Purley on Thames railway station connecting to Reading and Pangbourne. The M4 motorway is nearby, offering routes to London and Bristol. The village maintains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to larger towns for shopping and amenities. The riverfront location adds to its appeal, attracting those who enjoy waterside activities and scenic views.

Area overview

On average Purley on Thames has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Purley on Thames is £65,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Purley on Thames: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Purley on Thames Population
6,731
Population density
556 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,588
82.99%
Other White
325
4.83%
Indian
163
2.42%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
69
1.02%
Caribbean
68
1.01%
Total population: 6,733

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,243
45.65%
Owns with a mortgage
1,003
36.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
257
9.44%
Other social rented
131
4.81%
Other forms of private rent
53
1.95%
Total households: 2,723

Property prices in Purley on Thames

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £460,000 in Purley on Thames area, with individual transactions ranging from £144,000 up to £1,118,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Purley on Thames 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 Purley on Thames over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£625,000
Flats5£246,000
Semi-Detached26£387,500
Terraced15£364,000

10 years median price trend in Purley on Thames

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Purley on Thames.

Data Sources

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