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Sonning Common

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About

Sonning Common is a ward in South Oxfordshire, located about 5 miles northeast of Reading. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including detached homes, bungalows, and some smaller terraced properties. The village center has local amenities such as shops, a pharmacy, and a primary school, serving the needs of residents. Surrounding the built-up area are open fields and woodland, providing green spaces for walking and outdoor activities.

The ward is well-connected by road, with the A4074 passing nearby, linking it to Reading and Oxford. Public transport options include bus services to neighboring towns. Sonning Common has a community-focused atmosphere, with events often organized by local groups. The area maintains a balance between rural character and modern convenience, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Sonning Common has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sonning Common is £69,266 per year. There are 5 schools in Sonning Common: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
32
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sonning Common Population
7,814
Population density
237.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,910
88.43%
Other White
375
4.8%
Irish
94
1.2%
White and Asian (mixed)
77
0.99%
Indian
77
0.99%
Total population: 7,814

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,391
45.16%
Owns with a mortgage
955
31.01%
Private landlord or letting agency
292
9.48%
Other social rented
276
8.96%
Other forms of private rent
73
2.37%
Total households: 3,080

Property prices in Sonning Common

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £580,000 in Sonning Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £207,886 up to £2,075,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sonning Common 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 Sonning Common over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£769,975
Flats3£365,000
Semi-Detached19£527,000
Terraced13£360,000

10 years median price trend in Sonning Common

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

Data Sources

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