Trafford Road is in Reading and in Reading district. RG1 8JP is located in the Thames electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reading East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Trafford Road, Reading, RG1 8JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG1 8JP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 47.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 52.8% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RG1 8JP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.3% | 52.7% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 36.5% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.1% | 62.9% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 14.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 28% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 5.9% | 6.2% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -6.5% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around RG1 8JP this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 6.2% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.4% | 6.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 18.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.1% | 56.2% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 22.4% |
| Other | 8.4% | 0% | -8.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 9.3% | 9% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 5.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 4.7% | 8.7% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 7.1% |
| Black African | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 71.3% | 65.8% | -5.5% | 81.4% | -15.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 60.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 60.3% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -22.9% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 15.3% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15% | 16.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 11.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.8% | 59.7% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -23.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 16.8% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.1% | 12.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 9.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.4% | 8.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.1% | 2.6% | -10.5% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Spain | 3.6% | 0.4% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 8.1% | 1.2% | 6.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 11% | 1.7% | 9.3% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Trafford Road was 272.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.1% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Trafford Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Abbey and the 33rd highest crime rate of 488 local areas in Reading .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 9 Trafford Road, Reading, Reading Other, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-05-29 | £377,308 |
| 15 Trafford Road, Reading, Reading Other, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-03-31 | £283,805 |
| 1 - 3 Trafford Road, Reading, Reading Other, an established residential building | £910,000 | 2020-01-30 | £1,022,577 |
| 1 - 3 Trafford Road, Reading, Reading Other, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2020-01-30 | £955,155 |
| 1 - 3 Trafford Road, Reading, Reading Other, an established residential building | £910,000 | 2020-01-30 | £1,022,577 |
RG1 8JP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 149 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Information and communication | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bridge Nursery School Montague Street , Caversham RG4 5AU | 4out of 4 | 2,078 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caversham Nursery School 114 Amersham Road , Caversham RG4 5NA | 4out of 4 | 2,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norcot Early Years Centre 82 Lyndhurst Road , Tilehurst RG30 6UB | 4out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blagrave Nursery School Recreation Road , Tilehurst RG30 4UA | 4out of 4 | 3,668 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blagdon Nursery School Blagdon Road , Whitley RG2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 4,631 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E P Collier Primary School Ross Road , RG1 8DZ | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Civitas Academy 90a Great Knollys Street , RG1 7HL | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford Road Community School 146 Oxford Road , RG1 7PJ | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thameside Primary School Harley Road , Caversham RG4 8DB | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Primary Academy Cranbury Road , RG30 2TD | 3out of 4 | 1,438 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The WREN School 61-63 Bath Road , RG30 2BB | 3out of 4 | 2,243 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kendrick School London Road , RG1 5BN | 4out of 4 | 2,350 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre Surley Row , Emmer Green RG4 8LR | 3out of 4 | 2,369 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School Fawley Road , Southcote RG30 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,594 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Prospect Cockney Hill , Tilehurst RG30 4EX | 2out of 4 | 3,001 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemdean House School Hemdean Road , Caversham RG4 7SD | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Prep 64 Tilehurst Road , Reading RG30 2JH | - not rated | 1,481 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranbury College Cranbury Road , RG30 2TS | - not rated | 1,545 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne's School 6 Henley Road , Caversham RG4 6DX | - not rated | 1,689 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School 18 Peppard Road , Caversham RG4 8JZ | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Miscellaneous | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | Richfield Avenue | 122 yd | |
| Genting Casino (Reading) | 18 Richfield Avenue | 268 yd | |
| The Imperial Kitchen | 18 Richfield Avenue | 268 yd | |
| Proper Takeout | Milford Road | 367 yd | |
| Dolphin's Caribbean Catering Ltd | 26-90 Great Knollys Street | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crucible Sports and Social Club | Unit 6 Richfield Avenue | 72 yd | |
| Rivermead Bowls Club | Richfield Avenue | 122 yd | |
| Phantom Brewing Co | Meadow Road | 562 yd | |
| The Moderation | 213 Caversham Road | 712 yd | |
| Medusa Lodge | Abattoirs Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thameside Promenade Kiosk | 1 Thames Side Promenade | 122 yd | |
| Pasta Evangelists | Milford Road | 367 yd | |
| Makan Malaysia UK LLP | Milford Road | 367 yd | |
| 7 Bone Reading | Milford Road | 367 yd | |
| Big Jacks Peri Peri | 171 Caversham Road | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | 163-165 Caversham Road | 749 yd | |
| Aseda Supermarkets | 170 Oxford Road | 924 yd | |
| Oxford Road Supermarket | 267-271 Oxford Road | 963 yd | |
| Tesco | 211 Oxford Road | 964 yd | |
| Reading Food Centre | 290a Oxford Road | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Post Office Sports And Social Club (Closed) Richfield Avenue | 73 yd | |
| Leaderboard Golf Centre (Closed) Richfield Avenue | golf | 174 yd |
| Rivermead Leisure Complex RIVERMEAD LEISURE COMPLEX RIVERMEAD LEISURE COMPLEX RICHFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 297 yd |
| Crossfit Reading Hodsoll Road | 635 yd | |
| Revive Health Club (Reading) Caversham Bridge Caversham Bridge RICHFIELD AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 688 yd |
| Pure Gym (Reading Caversham Road) CAVERSHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 842 yd |
| Fitness4Women AUDLEY STREET | health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Reading Central Swimming Pool (Closed) Battle Street | swimming pool | 859 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Reading) Chatham Place | health and fitness suite | 1,040 yd |
| Caversham Health & Fitness Club ARCHWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,085 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.