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About

Southcote ward lies in the western part of Reading, primarily a residential suburb. The area is characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates, terraced homes, and some modern developments. It is bordered by the River Kennet to the north and the main railway line to Paddington to the south, creating a defined geographical footprint. Local shopping needs are served by the small precinct on Coronation Square, which forms a focal point for the community.

The ward contains a significant amount of green space, including Prospect Park with its historic mansion and sports facilities. Southcote is also notable for the presence of the Holy Brook, a medieval artificial watercourse that feeds the old mill streams. This network of waterways and paths contributes to the area's quieter, more suburban character compared to Reading's central districts. Housing is generally more affordable here, attracting families and first-time buyers.

Area overview

On average Southcote has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 95 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Southcote is £54,404 per year. There are 5 schools in Southcote: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Southcote is home to around 10,985 people, with a population density of about 3,306.6 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
95
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
22.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southcote Population
10,985
Population density
3,306.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
54.35(+72%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.38(+33%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.74(+67%)
Public order
9.74(+59%)
Shoplifting
6.46(-19%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,392
58.2%
Other White
1,123
10.22%
Indian
616
5.61%
African
564
5.14%
Pakistani
408
3.71%
Total population: 10,983

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
3,003
34.1%
No qualifications
1,680
19.08%
Level 3 (A level)
1,211
13.75%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,131
12.84%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
987
11.21%
Total 16+ residents: 8,806

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,278
27.95%
Owns outright
1,168
25.54%
Private landlord or letting agency
825
18.04%
Social rents from council
800
17.49%
Other social rented
374
8.18%
Total households: 4,573

Property prices in Southcote

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Southcote area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Southcote 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 Southcote over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£550,000
Flats45£235,000
Semi-Detached27£400,000
Terraced20£396,250

10 years median price trend in Southcote

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

All postcodes in Southcote

RG303DU

Southcote Farm Lane

RG302SD

Carmelite Drive

RG302ER

Southcote Road

RG303JD

Bray Road

RG302BU

Hollins Walk

RG302EB

Liebenrood Road

RG303BZ

Gainsborough Road

RG303FH

Ruhemann Street

RG303HQ

Shepley Drive

RG303ED

Stapleford Road

RG303HG

Shepley Drive

RG303LJ

Ashampstead Road

RG302AJ

Parkhouse Lane

RG303AL

Southcote Lane

RG303EE

Barn Close

RG303PY

Granville Road

RG302AA

Southcote Road

RG303BW

Appleford Road

RG303AY

Southcote Lane

RG302ED

Penroath Avenue

RG302HN

Bath Road

RG303QD

Granville Road

RG303QF

Coronation Square

RG303BH

Southcote Lane

RG303DT

Southcote Parade

RG303JS

Inkpen Close

RG303LA

Ashampstead Road

RG303QT

Courage Court

RG303HJ

Sylvan Walk

RG303AF

Southcote Lane

RG303ET

Presentation Way

RG303NT

Appleford Road

RG302BE

Bath Road

RG302BN

Bath Road

RG303JA

Hatford Road

RG303JE

Hatford Road

RG303QP

Coronation Square

RG302DB

Parkside Road

RG302DQ

Southcote Road

RG302HA

Bath Road

RG303AU

Southcote Lane

RG303DP

Monks Way

RG303HD

Circuit Lane

RG303HU

Lytham Close

RG303NZ

Appleford Road

RG304JF

New Lane Hill

RG302AT

Southcote Road

RG302BY

Parkside Road

RG303AG

Southcote Lane

RG302EU

Bath Road

RG303EB

Tallis Lane

RG302BH

Bath Road

RG303DN

Kenilworth Avenue

RG302AD

Southcote Road

RG302AB

Southcote Road

RG302LA

Southcote Road

RG303BN

Worcester Close

RG303AW

Southcote Lane

RG302AG

Southcote Road

RG302EQ

Amethyst Lane

RG303DL

Kenilworth Avenue

RG303EJ

Silchester Road

RG303JJ

Brunel Road

RG302BB

Bath Road

RG303BJ

Southcote Lane

RG304JE

New Lane Hill

RG302HL

Greenwood Cottages

RG302DU

Liebenrood Road

RG302GT

Westcote Road

RG303HY

Brimpton Road

RG303LD

Faringdon Walk

RG302AP

Southcote Road

RG303JL

Brunel Road

RG303LG

Ashampstead Road

RG303LR

Underwood Road

RG303PB

Dwyer Road

RG303AS

Southcote Lane

RG302BL

Bath Road

RG302EN

Southcote Road

RG302AS

Southcote Road

RG302DP

Parkside Road

RG303PX

Granville Road

RG302BX

Wingrove Road

RG302ET

Burrcroft Court

RG302ND

Liebenrood Road

RG303LY

Underwood Road

RG303NB

Lea Close

RG303QL

Maker Close

RG304EL

Honey End Lane

RG302DE

Westcote Road

RG302DG

Southcote Road

RG302EY

Hawley Mews

RG303BE

Southcote Lane

RG303EN

Fawley Road

RG304JP

New Lane Hill

RG302NA

Tilehurst Road

RG303AD

Southcote Lane

RG303BL

Southcote Lane

RG303LS

Shrubland Drive

RG303LT

Vine Crescent

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.