Colliston Walk is in Calcot, Reading and in Newbury district. RG31 7ZJ is located in the Tilehurst South & Holybrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reading West. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colliston Walk, Calcot, Reading, RG31 7ZJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG31 7ZY, RG31 7XS, RG31 7ZH, RG31 7ZL, RG31 7JR, RG31 7YT, RG31 7YH, RG31 7YQ, RG31 7RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RG31 7ZJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 52% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.8% | 34% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 48.1% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 51.9% | 43.9% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 42.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 9.2% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 10.8% | 4.0% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 17.9% | 6.7% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.3% | 12.8% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.4% | 17.9% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 4.7% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 17.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 26.8% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 6.8% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 3.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 88% | 86.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
In this area, 79.6% 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 | 90.3% | 79.6% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 7.2% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 7.9% | 5.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 79.6% | -10.3% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.3% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colliston Walk was 89.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.2% higher than the Tilehurst South & Holybrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colliston Walk has the 5th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Tilehurst South & Holybrook and the 101st highest crime rate of 490 local areas in West Berkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Colliston Walk, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £328,500 | 2025-03-14 | £333,683 |
| 5 Colliston Walk, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-04-26 | £343,697 |
| 2 Colliston Walk, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-03-18 | £331,652 |
| 9 Colliston Walk, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £266,500 | 2019-11-08 | £329,922 |
| 7 Colliston Walk, Reading, West Berkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-08-31 | £340,445 |
RG31 7ZJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 54 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blagrave Nursery School Recreation Road , Tilehurst RG30 4UA | 3out of 4 | 2,635 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norcot Early Years Centre 82 Lyndhurst Road , Tilehurst RG30 6UB | 4out of 4 | 3,505 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blagdon Nursery School Blagdon Road , Whitley RG2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 5,402 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennet Valley Primary School Carters Rise , Calcot RG31 7YT | - not rated | 455 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Infant School 110 Ashampstead Road , RG3 3LJ | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Junior School 110 Ashampstead Road , RG3 3LJ | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School 110 Ashampstead Road , RG30 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchend Primary School Usk Road , Tilehurst RG30 4HP | - not rated | 1,528 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,482 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Cockney Hill , Tilehurst RG30 4EX | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadway School The Meadway , Tilehurst RG30 4NN | - not rated | 1,753 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School Fawley Road , Southcote RG30 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The WREN School 61-63 Bath Road , RG30 2BB | 2out of 4 | 2,473 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holy Brook School 145 Ashampstead Road , Southcote RG30 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hazelwood Phoenix School 4 Palmera Avenue , Beansheaf RG31 7DZ | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Reading Empress Road , Calcot RG31 4XR | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Avenue Special School The Avenue Centre, Conwy Close , Tilehurst RG30 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Valley School 2 Conwy Close , Tilehurst RG30 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennet Valley Club | Holybrook Community Centre Carters Rise, Calcot | 186 yd | |
| Cunning Man, The | The Cunning Man Burghfield Road, Burghfield | 921 yd | |
| Calcot Park Golf Club Ltd | Calcot Park Golf Club Calcot Park, Calcot | 1,068 yd | |
| George & Dragon | 162 Bath Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Lidl Bath Road, Calcot | 841 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores Bath Road, Calcot | 841 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett Valley Primary School CARTERS RISE | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Calcot Park Golf Club CALCOT PARK | golf | 1,066 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.