# RG31 5DB Area Summary
The RG31 5DB postcode falls within the Calcot area of Reading, Berkshire, situated on the western outskirts of the town. This established residential neighbourhood offers convenient access to Reading town centre whilst maintaining a more suburban character. The area benefits from good local amenities along the Bath Road corridor, with shops, schools, and recreational facilities nearby, making it popular with families and commuters working in Reading or further afield to London via the M4 motorway.
The property market in RG31 5DB shows an average price of £179,399 across 80 properties, positioning it below Reading's broader average and offering relatively affordable entry points for first-time buyers and those seeking value in the Berkshire area. The housing stock typically comprises a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached properties, and purpose-built flats from various decades, reflecting steady development throughout the latter 20th century. This price point makes the area particularly accessible compared to more central Reading locations whilst still offering the benefits of proximity to major employment hubs and transport links, including nearby Calcot retail park and excellent road connections via the A4 and M4.
The average house price in RG31 5DB, Reading is £179,399. Prices range from £60,000 to £310,000.
There are 80 properties in RG31 5DB, Reading.
RG31 5DB contains 68 flat / maisonette properties, 5 semi-detached properties, 4 terraced properties, 3 detached properties.
Average house prices in RG31 5DB have risen by 116% from £85,500 in 1995 to £184,667 in 2024.
RG31 5DB is located in Reading, West Berkshire, England.