Darell Road is in Caversham, Reading and in Reading district. RG4 7AY is located in the Caversham Heights electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reading East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Darell Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 7AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG4 7BH, RG4 7BL, RG4 7BA, RG4 7BQ, RG4 7BJ, RG4 7DJ, RG4 7BG, RG4 7PQ, RG4 7AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG4 7AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.3% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.7% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 RG4 7AY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 22.4% | 30.4% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.9% | 58.4% | -11.5% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 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 (89.8%) 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 | 65.2% | 63% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 14.6% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 26.8% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
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 RG4 7AY this area, 4.4% 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 69.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.9% | 4.4% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 5.1% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 10.8% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 9.4% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.1% | 69.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 35.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 5.7% | 5% | -0.7% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 88.9% | 89.8% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 82.2% 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 | 86.9% | 82.2% | -4.7% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 3.9% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 81.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 9.4% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.5% | 3% | -7.5% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darell Road was 27.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.5% lower than the Caversham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Darell Road has the 34th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Caversham and the 110th lowest crime rate of 488 local areas in Reading .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Darell Road, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £1,399,999 | 2024-10-07 | £1,360,403 |
| 18 Darell Road, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £757,000 | 2024-03-13 | £787,280 |
| 1A Darell Road, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £1,125,000 | 2023-09-26 | £1,110,000 |
| 8 Darell Road, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2021-06-30 | £1,198,221 |
| 3 Darell Road, Reading, Reading Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2015-07-17 | £1,264,039 |
RG4 7AY 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.
The percentage of student residents living in RG4 7AY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Information and communication | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,093 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caversham Nursery School 114 Amersham Road , Caversham RG4 5NA | 4out of 4 | 2,537 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norcot Early Years Centre 82 Lyndhurst Road , Tilehurst RG30 6UB | 4out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blagrave Nursery School Recreation Road , Tilehurst RG30 4UA | 4out of 4 | 4,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caversham Primary School Hemdean Road , Caversham RG4 7RA | 4out of 4 | 829 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heights Primary School 129 Upper Woodcote Road , RG4 7LB | 4out of 4 | 919 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thameside Primary School Harley Road , Caversham RG4 8DB | 3out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| E P Collier Primary School Ross Road , RG1 8DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Washington Road , Caversham RG4 5AA | 3out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre Surley Row , Emmer Green RG4 8LR | 3out of 4 | 1,299 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kendrick School London Road , RG1 5BN | 4out of 4 | 3,127 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The WREN School 61-63 Bath Road , RG30 2BB | 3out of 4 | 3,360 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School Fawley Road , Southcote RG30 3EP | 3out of 4 | 3,694 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reading School Erleigh Road , RG1 5LW | 4out of 4 | 3,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 920 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne's School 6 Henley Road , Caversham RG4 6DX | - not rated | 1,354 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School 18 Peppard Road , Caversham RG4 8JZ | - not rated | 1,356 yd | Miscellaneous | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caversham Preparatory School 16 Peppard Road , Caversham RG4 8JZ | - not rated | 1,356 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Prep 64 Tilehurst Road , Reading RG30 2JH | - not rated | 2,620 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tea Kiosk at Caversham Court Gardens | Church Road | 759 yd | |
| Thai Table | 8 Church Road | 759 yd | |
| Spice Oven Restaurant | 2-4 Church Street | 852 yd | |
| Lebanese Village | 6 Bridge Street | 894 yd | |
| The Gardens of Caversham | 15b Bridge Street | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caversham Bowling Club | Albert Road | 213 yd | |
| The Griffin | 10-12 Church Road | 759 yd | |
| Persian Palace (street level) | 2 Bridge Street | 894 yd | |
| The Crown | 3 Bridge Street | 894 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Caversham | 109 Kidmore Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stir Fry Caversham | 36a Church Street | 974 yd | |
| Go Sing Chinese Takeaway | 30 Prospect Street | 1,060 yd | |
| Thameside Promenade Kiosk | 1 Thames Side Promenade | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 39 Church Street | 963 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 18-20 Church Street | 974 yd | |
| Waitrose | 51 Church Street | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Albert Road Recreation Park WOBURN CLOSE | tennis courts | 560 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 | 868 yd |
| Leaderboard Golf Centre (Closed) Richfield Avenue | golf | 975 yd |
| Mapledurham Playing Fields UPPER WOODCOTE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 989 yd |
| Revive Health Club (Reading) Caversham Bridge Caversham Bridge RICHFIELD AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,004 yd |
| Caversham Health & Fitness Club ARCHWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 165.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.