Southcote is a residential ward located in the northwest of Reading, bordered by the River Kennet and the A329 road. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes built between the 1930s and 1960s. Southcote has several local amenities, including a small shopping parade, a library, and a community centre. The ward is also home to Southcote Primary School and a number of green spaces, such as Linear Park, which follows the river.
Public transport links include regular bus services connecting Southcote to Reading town centre and other parts of the borough. The area has a strong sense of community, with local groups and events organised through the Southcote Community Hub. While largely residential, Southcote is close to industrial estates and retail parks along the A329, providing employment opportunities. The ward has a mix of long-term residents and younger families, contributing to its stable, neighbourhood feel.
On average Southcote has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 102 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 of residents in Southcote is £53,139 per year. There are 5 schools in Southcote: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Southcote area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,500 up to £750,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 9 | £475,000 |
| Flats | 40 | £229,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 32 | £422,500 |
| Terraced | 22 | £357,500 |
10 years price trend in Southcote
RG302SD
Carmelite Drive
RG303AP
Southcote Lane
RG303BX
Gainsborough Road
RG303DR
Southcote Farm Lane
RG303EH
Kenilworth Avenue
RG303ER
Aldworth Close
RG303LP
Burghfield Road
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Honey End Lane
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Fontwell Drive
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Firs Lane
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Bath Road
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Gainsborough Road
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Virginia Way
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Elvian Close
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Circuit Lane
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Westcote Road
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Coley Park
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Restwold Close
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Carmelite Drive
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Granville Road
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Bowden Row
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Southcote Lane
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Hastings Close
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Burghfield Road
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Circuit Lane
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Parkside Road
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Southcote Road
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Burghfield Road
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Burghfield Road
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Southcote
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Amethyst Lane
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Westcote Road
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Gainsborough Road
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Ashampstead Road
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Hatford Road
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Cowper Way
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Hastings Close
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Mandeville Close
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Bath Road
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Parkside Road
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Bexley Court
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Southcote Road
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Southcote Lane
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Circuit Lane
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Dwyer Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.