Fontwell Drive is in Reading and in Reading district. RG30 4QR is located in the Southcote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reading West. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fontwell Drive, Reading, RG30 4QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG30 4QP, RG30 4JS, RG30 4JH, RG30 4JR, RG30 4EU, RG30 4QW, RG30 4JF, RG30 4JJ, RG30 4JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG30 4QR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.3% | 49.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of RG30 4QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.2% | 24% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 61.8% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 7.3% | 3.8% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 6.2% | -6.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 39.3% | 53.1% | 13.8% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 33.4% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 10.4% | -6.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 12.8% | -12.9% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 6.9% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 9.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 14.2% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 40.5% | 12.1% | 33.8% | 6.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 6.8% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 3.7% |
| Pakistani | 4.5% | 6.8% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 85.7% | 78% | -7.7% | 81.4% | -3.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 79.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 79.5% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 6.9% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 8.7% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 79.5% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.8% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0.3% | -7.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 5.1% | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.9% | 6.5% | 3.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fontwell Drive was 159.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.9% higher than the Norcot average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Fontwell Drive has the 10th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Norcot and the 87th highest crime rate of 482 local areas in Reading .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Fontwell Drive, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-11-14 | £475,739 |
| 6 Fontwell Drive, Reading, Reading Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-05-03 | £418,048 |
| 14 Fontwell Drive, Reading, Reading Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-10-17 | £428,168 |
| 40 Fontwell Drive, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2023-01-27 | £492,880 |
| 38 Fontwell Drive, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2022-08-05 | £525,157 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Fontwell Drive, Reading, RG30 4QR has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 16 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Fontwell Drive, Reading, RG30 4QR has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 16 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
RG30 4QR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RG30 4QR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RG30 4QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blagrave Nursery School Recreation Road , Tilehurst RG30 4UA | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norcot Early Years Centre 82 Lyndhurst Road , Tilehurst RG30 6UB | 4out of 4 | 2,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blagdon Nursery School Blagdon Road , Whitley RG2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 5,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Bridge Nursery School Montague Street , Caversham RG4 5AU | 4out of 4 | 5,421 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchend Primary School Usk Road , Tilehurst RG30 4HP | - not rated | 509 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchend Primary Academy Usk Road , Tilehurst RG30 4HP | 3out of 4 | 509 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Primary School Dee Road , Tilehurst RG30 4AS | 3out of 4 | 724 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennet Valley Primary School Carters Rise , Calcot RG31 7YT | - not rated | 754 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Infant School 110 Ashampstead Road , RG3 3LJ | - not rated | 868 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Academy Prospect Cockney Hill , Tilehurst RG30 4EX | 3out of 4 | 551 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Cockney Hill , Tilehurst RG30 4EX | - not rated | 551 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadway School The Meadway , Tilehurst RG30 4NN | - not rated | 702 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School Fawley Road , Southcote RG30 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The WREN School 61-63 Bath Road , RG30 2BB | 2out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue Special School The Avenue Centre, Conwy Close , Tilehurst RG30 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 659 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Valley School 2 Conwy Close , Tilehurst RG30 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Brook School 145 Ashampstead Road , Southcote RG30 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Reading Empress Road , Calcot RG31 4XR | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hazelwood Phoenix School 4 Palmera Avenue , Beansheaf RG31 7DZ | - not rated | 1,660 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday Lunch Club at St Michaels Church | Routh Lane | 684 yd | |
| Everest Tandoori Restaurant at Meadway Precinct | Honey End Lane | 713 yd | |
| The Grove Cafe at Meadway Precinct | Honey End Lane | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George & Dragon | 162 Bath Road | 471 yd | |
| Prospect Bowling Club | Honey End Lane | 812 yd | |
| Calcot Park Golf Club Ltd | Calcot Park Golf Club Calcot Park, Calcot | 825 yd | |
| Kennet Valley Club | Holybrook Community Centre Carters Rise, Calcot | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Masters Fish & Chips at Meadway Precinct | Honey End Lane | 713 yd | |
| Kathmandu Cuisine | Honey End Lane | 713 yd | |
| Lee's Garden | Honey End Lane | 713 yd | |
| Wok U Like at Meadway Precinct | Honey End Lane | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores Bath Road, Calcot | 349 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Lidl Bath Road, Calcot | 349 yd | |
| Tesco | 108 Bath Road | 580 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | 67 Honey End Lane | 665 yd | |
| Grocery Asia | 19-20 Meadway Precinct | 733 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect School COCKNEY HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 419 yd |
| Churchend Primary Academy USK ROAD | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| The Avenue School THE AVENUE CENTRE THE AVENUE CENTRE CONWY CLOSE | 646 yd | |
| Simply Gym Reading Meadway Precinct | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Meadway Sports Centre CONWY CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 701 yd |
| St Michaels Primary School DEE ROAD | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Kennett Valley Primary School CARTERS RISE | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Calcot Park Golf Club CALCOT PARK | golf | 824 yd |
| Manor Primary School ASHAMPSTEAD ROAD | 930 yd | |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School Dee Road | grass pitches | 932 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 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% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 250 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.