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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.

Data Sources

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