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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

RG303NH

Burghfield Road

RG304QW

Hogarth Avenue

RG303FQ

Southcote

RG303PN

Dwyer Road

RG303BA

Southcote Lane

RG303EU

Presentation Way

RG304JS

Lingholm Close

RG302AE

Southcote Road

RG302DN

Westcote Road

RG302ES

Armadale Court

RG303AX

Southcote Lane

RG303QJ

Virginia Way

RG303DX

Southcote Farm Lane

RG304JH

Poplar Avenue

RG302BD

Bath Road

RG303DW

Kenilworth Avenue

RG303ES

Southcote Lane

RG303QE

Granville Road

RG303QN

Coronation Square

RG303LE

Sulham Walk

RG303LH

Frilsham Road

RG302AF

Southcote Road

RG303DA

Gainsborough Road

RG303DS

Southcote Farm Lane

RG303FG

Ruhemann Street

RG303JN

Byefield Road

RG303NG

Ainsdale Crescent

RG302DH

Maldon Close

RG302DS

Dorchester Court

RG303BY

Gainsborough Road

RG303QG

Florian Gardens

RG304QS

Pentland Close

RG302DZ

Jenkins Close

RG303HR

Hatford Road

RG303HS

Hatford Road

RG303HT

Glennon Close

RG302HJ

Bath Road

RG303BS

Gainsborough Road

RG303DB

Gainsborough Road

RG303DZ

Southcote Farm Lane

RG303EX

Presentation Way

RG302AY

Bath Road

RG303AA

Southcote Lane

RG303AJ

Southcote Lane

RG303EG

Winser Drive

RG303JG

Hatford Road

RG302AU

Southcote Road

RG302DW

Westcote Road

RG303QS

Virginia Way

RG304JR

New Lane Hill

RG304QN

Morlands Avenue

RG304QP

Haywood Way

RG303FJ

Bowden Row

RG302AR

Southcote Road

RG303DY

Southcote Farm Lane

RG303HP

Hatford Road

RG302BG

Parkhurst Drive

RG302DX

Liebenrood Road

RG303AQ

Southcote Lane

RG303BQ

Aston Court

RG303LB

Ashampstead Road

RG302SA

Carmelite Drive

RG303AE

Southcote Lane

RG303BT

Bute Street

RG303HX

Wynford Close

RG303NX

Appleford Road

RG302DF

Westcote Road

RG303PZ

Granville Road

RG302DA

Parkside Road

RG302JL

Tilehurst Road

RG303BP

Gainsborough Road

RG303JH

Brunel Road

RG303HW

Circuit Lane

RG303QA

Granville Road

RG304EQ

Honey End Lane

RG302AH

Parkhouse Lane

RG302EA

Kearsley Road

RG302EX

Parkhouse Lane

RG302GP

Shireshead Close

RG303AT

Southcote Lane

RG303EP

Fawley Road

RG303FP

Elvian Close

RG303HH

Circuit Lane

RG303QW

Coronation Square

RG302DL

Westcote Road

RG303EL

Faircross Road

RG303EW

Presentation Way

RG303LN

Holybrook Crescent

RG303NY

Appleford Road

RG302AZ

Parkhouse Lane

RG302EP

Ashdene Gardens

RG303AR

Southcote Lane

RG303FN

Elvian Close

RG303NE

Burghfield Road

RG303QH

Virginia Way

RG303AB

Southcote Lane

RG303EQ

Winser Drive

RG303LU

Vine Crescent

RG302DT

Liebenrood Road

RG302LT

Tilehurst Road

Data Sources

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