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Reading, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Reading is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 318,014. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
3.0
/5.0
B
Good
318,014
Population
20,386/sq mi density
167 ft
Elevation
51 meters
52°F
Avg Temperature
11°C
34.7 in
Annual Rain
Europe / London
Timezone
$51,689
Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,689 median income, 6.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$444,448 home value, $1,292/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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People
Population318,014
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density20,386/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans2.6%
Economy
BMedian Income$51,689
Per Capita$51,689
Unemployment6.2%
Housing
DHome Value$444,448
Rent$1,292
Ownership51.7%
Housing Units127,206
Climate
Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Education
ABachelor's+40.4%
High School+57.2%
Community
| Population | 318,014 |
| Population Density | 20,386 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.4563°, -0.9711° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (882 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.7 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $51,689 |
| Median Age | 35.1 years |
About Reading
Reading is a large city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 318,014. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Reading has a population of 318,014 with a density of 20,386 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly Asian (24%), with 15.3% White, 2.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.2% of residents. 2.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 3.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).
Population
318,014
Total Population
20,386
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below United Kingdom avg
15.6mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Reading vs United Kingdom Average
The median household income in Reading is $51,689, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,689 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $994, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 338 business establishments, including 125 restaurants. 39.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Reading vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,689 |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,689 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $994 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 338 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 31.4% |
| Public Transit | 10.3% |
| Work from Home | 39.3% |
Walkability
The median home value in Reading is $444,448, 58% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,292 (11% above the national average of $1,163). 51.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 127,206 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $444,448 |
| 58% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,292 |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 51.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 48.3% |
| Housing Units | 127,206 |
Property Tax
Climate in Reading
Reading has an average annual temperature of 10.6°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 826 mm.
Reading experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 15.6 sq mi (40.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 20,386/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.4563°N, 0.9711°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Reading has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (1.7").
40.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% above the national average of 33.7%. 57.2% have completed high school. 32 healthcare facilities operate in the area.
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.4% |
| 20% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 57.2% |
A
Education Grade (4.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 20,386/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.6 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Retail Stores | 24 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 31.4% |
| Public Transit | 10.3% |
| Work from Home | 39.3% |
Colleges & Universities in Reading
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldershot College | College | - | , |
| Army School of Physical Training | College | - | , |
| Basingstoke College of Technology | College | - | Visit → |
| Berkshire College of Agriculture | College | - | Visit → |
| Bracknell & Wokingham College | College | - | , |
| Bracknell & Wokingham College - Church Road Centre | College | - | Visit → |
| Buckinghamshire New University (Wycombe Campus) | University | - | Visit → |
| Dreadnought, University of Reading | University | - | , |
| Farnborough College of Technology | College | - | Visit → |
| Henley Business School | University | - | , |
| Henley College (Rotherfield Campus) | College | - | Visit → |
| Inclusion Hampshire | College | - | Visit → |
| Integration College | College | - | Visit → |
| Newbold College of Higher Education | College | - | , |
| Newbury College | College | - | Visit → |
| Queen Mary's College | College | - | Visit → |
| Reading College | College | - | , |
| Thames Valley Police Training Centre | College | - | , |
| The Chiltern College | College | - | , |
| The Henley College (Deanfield Campus) | College | - | Visit → |
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough | College | - | Visit → |
| University for the Creative Arts, Farnham Campus | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Reading | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Reading - Whiteknights Campus | University | - | , |
| University of Reading, London Road Campus | University | - | , |
| VICI Language Academy | College | - | , |
Schools in Reading
145+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OneSchool Global Reading Senior Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Red Balloon Reading | - | - | - | - |
| The Deenway Montessori School | - | - | - | - |
| River Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Reading School | - | - | - | - |
| E P Collier Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Hill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Christ Church Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gloucester Road Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Reading Girls' School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary & All Saints Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katesgrove Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thameside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caversham Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Emmer Green Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Abbey Senior School | - | - | - | - |
| Kendrick School | - | - | - | - |
| St Edward's Prep | - | - | - | - |
| Hemdean House | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Anne's School | - | - | - | - |
| Battle Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Southcote Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Micklands Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Palmer Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| All Saints Church of England Aided Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| All Saints Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Groveside School | - | - | - | - |
| New Town Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wilson Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oxford Road Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Coley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Wren School | - | - | - | - |
| Cranbury College | - | - | - | - |
| Civitas Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Caversham Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Wilson Primary School Playing Fields | - | - | - | - |
| The Heights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Green Park Village Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Trinity Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| The Abbey Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishopswood Special School | - | - | - | - |
| The Vine Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Geoffrey Field Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Geoffrey Field Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| OneSchool Global Reading Senior Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Red Balloon Reading | - | - | - | - |
| The Deenway Montessori School | - | - | - | - |
| River Academy | - | - | - | - |
| The Bulmershe School | - | - | - | - |
| Highwood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Lake Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leighton Park School | - | - | - | - |
| Garland Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| The Willink School | - | - | - | - |
| Meadow Park Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Westwood Farm Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Downsway Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moorlands Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hillside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Reddam House Berkshire | - | - | - | - |
| Maiden Erlegh School | - | - | - | - |
| Aldryngton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Whiteknights Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Radstock Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Ridgeway Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hawkedon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| OneSchool Global Reading Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Crosfields School | - | - | - | - |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hartland High School | - | - | - | - |
| Earley St Peter's CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Colleton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Polehampton Church of England Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Polehampton Church of England Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| The Piggott School | - | - | - | - |
| Caversham Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Martin's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Laurels Infant Annexe to Park Lane School | - | - | - | - |
| Reading School | - | - | - | - |
| E P Collier Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Hill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Winnersh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Forest School | - | - | - | - |
| New Christ Church Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Beechwood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gloucester Road Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Rivermead Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| King's Academy Prospect | - | - | - | - |
| St Michael's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Dominic Savio Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ranikhet Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Waingels | - | - | - | - |
| Reading Blue Coat School | - | - | - | - |
| Theale Green School | - | - | - | - |
| The Castle@Theale | - | - | - | - |
| Calcot Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Little Heath School | - | - | - | - |
| Springfield Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Woodley C of E Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Birch Copse Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Kennet Valley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Reading Girls' School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary & All Saints Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katesgrove Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Churchend Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Denefield School | - | - | - | - |
| Park Lane Primary School (Juniors) | - | - | - | - |
| Thameside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caversham Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sonning Common Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Willow Bank Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Pangbourne Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sonning Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Emmer Green Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Hawthorns Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Emmbrook School | - | - | - | - |
| Emmbrook Infant and Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| St Paul's C of E Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Walter Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shiplake Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Holt School | - | - | - | - |
| Wheatfield Primary School and Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary, Hurst | - | - | - | - |
| Alfred Sutton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Windmill Primary School and Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| The Abbey Senior School | - | - | - | - |
| Kendrick School | - | - | - | - |
| St Edward's Prep | - | - | - | - |
| Hemdean House | - | - | - | - |
| Grazeley Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Anne's School | - | - | - | - |
| Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Battle Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Oakbank School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Reading
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio | hospital radio | MP3 | |
| Raiders Radio | dnb, drum and bass | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Bucks Radio | community radio, local news | MP3 | |
| BFBS Aldershot | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| BFBS UK | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Frimley Park | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cherwell | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Christmas | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Insanity Radio | - | UNKNOWN 131 kbps | |
| Gold Dust Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HearMe - Classic Rock | classic rock | MP3 | |
| RunnRadio | 80s, house | MP3 | |
| Radio Wey | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Woking | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Basingstoke | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Overton Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Winchester Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Shine Radio | - | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Reading
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| '900 Years of Living History' Permanent Exhibition | ||||
| Aldershot Military Museum | ||||
| Aston Martin Heritage Trust | ||||
| British Museum Archaeological Research Collection | ||||
| British Museum Archaeological Research Collection | ||||
| Chair Making Museum | ||||
| Cole Museum of Zoology | ||||
| Cole Museum of Zoology | ||||
| Dorchester Abbey Museum and Gift Shop | ||||
| Earth Trust Centre | ||||
| Farnborough Air Science Trust Museum | ||||
| History Hub | ||||
| Marlow Museum | ||||
| Milestones Museum | ||||
| Museum Of English Rural Life | ||||
| Museum of Farnham | ||||
| Pann Mill | ||||
| Pendon Museum | ||||
| Reading Museum | ||||
| Reading Museum | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Royal Army Physical Training Corps Museum | ||||
| The Farnborough Centrifuge | ||||
| The Museum Of Berkshire Aviation | ||||
| The Museum Of Berkshire Aviation | ||||
| The Pest House | ||||
| The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum | ||||
| The Royal Berkshire Medical Museum | ||||
| The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology | ||||
| The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology | ||||
| Wallingford Museum | ||||
| Wallingford Phone Box Museum | ||||
| Willis Museum | ||||
| Wycombe Museum |
Libraries in Reading
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aldershot Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Basingstoke Discovery Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Battle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Benson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Berinsfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Binfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birch Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boyn Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bracknell (Central) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burghfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Camberley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caversham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chineham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chinnor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cookham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cox Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crowthorne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| D6 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Education Library Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Education Library Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Farnborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Farnham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finchampstead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Frimley Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Goring Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Hollands Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harman's Water Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Henley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| High Wycombe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John H Dunning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resource Centre Lower Bagnall | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resources Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resources Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Lecture room | 0.0 | |||||
| Lower Earley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marlow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mortimer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Aerospace Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palmer Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pangbourne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Prince Consort's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reading Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reading Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reading Library of Things | 0.0 | |||||
| Reading Library of Things | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandhurst Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sonning Common Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sonning Common Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Ham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southcote Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southcote Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spencers Wood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokenchurch Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Elaine Thomas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| The Roy Graham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Theale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilehurst Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Twyford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Reading Room & Special Collections | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallingford Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Wargrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watlington Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Wycombe Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitegrove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winnersh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wokingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodcote Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yateley Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Reading
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Collar (Wed) CHOW (Fri) | |||||
| Blue Collar (Wed) CHOW (Fri) | |||||
| Falaise Square | |||||
| Fleet Saturday Market | |||||
| Fruit & Veg Market | |||||
| Fruit & Veg Market | |||||
| Market (Tuesdays and Fridays) | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| New Market | |||||
| Reading Market | |||||
| Reading Market | |||||
| Wallingford Market Place |
Hotels in Reading
30 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Abbey House Hotel
Abby Lodge
Bath Hotel
Beech House
Belle Vue House Hotel
Bridge Lodge
Crescent Hotel
easyHotel
Forbury Hotel
Forbury Hotel Apartments
Garner Hotel Reading City Centre
Hilton Reading
Hotel 1843
Ibis
Malmaison
Novotel
Parkside International Hotel
Pentahotel Reading
Premier Inn
Premier Inn
Reading Hotel
Stonewall House Aparthotel
Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
Thameside Hotel
The George Hotel
The Lawn Hotel
The Village Hotel
Travelodge Reading
Travelodge Reading Whitley
Tulip Styles
Restaurants in Reading
127 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Alto Lounge
Amo
Avila
Bakery House
Bành Mì QB
Bella Italia
Betty's Bistro
Bhel Puri House
Bill's
Bina Tandoori
Biryani Boyzz
Biryani Mama
Bluegrass
Bolan Thai
Bombay Brothers
Buenasado
Buon Appetito
Calico Bar and Eatery
Carluccio's
Chillis
Clay's Hyderabadi Kitchen
Coconut Bar & Kitchen
Comptoir Libanais
Cosmo
Cosy Club
Côte Brasserie
Crispy Dosa
Curry Rasoi
Da Village
Deccan House
Dessi Bite
Dhaulagiri Kitchen
Dolphin's Caribbean Kitchen
Dolphin’s Caribbean Restaurant
Döner & Gyros
Dubai Grill
Eat at St Patricks
Forbury’s
Giraffe
Golden Bridge
Golden Dragon
Good Old Days Hong Kong Ltd.
Gooi Nara
Home Cooking
Honest Burgers
Hot Stuff
House of Flavours
Intoku
Iro
Istanbul Restraunt
Just Momo
Kamal’s Kitchen
Kobeda Palace
Korean Street Food
KungFu Cafe
Kungfu Kitchen
Kyrenia
La’De
Lebanese Village
Lemoni
London Street Brasserie
Maragume Udon
Masakali
Me Kong
Memory of Sichuan
Miller & Carter
Miller & Carter
mini mart
Mission Burrito
Mnky Lounge
My Warsaw
Namaste kitchen
Nando's
Nando's
Nathan's
Oishi
Osaka Bar & Restaurant
OXBO Reading
Paesinos
Palmyra
Papa Gee
Pappadams
Paprika
Pepe Sale
Peppito
Perry's
Persian Palace
Pho
PizzaExpress
Prezzo
Quattro
Reading Tandoori
Refectory
Refuel
Richfields Deli & Grill
River Spice
Royal Tandoori
Sapana Home
Sarv's Slice
Soju
Spice Oven
Sushimania
Take Your Time
Tanatan
Tasty Greek Souvlaki
TGI Fridays
Thai Corner
Thai Table
ThaiGrr!
Thames Lido
The Biryani Lounge
The Botanist
The Coconut Tree
The Market House
The Nook
The Southcote
The Thirsty Bear
The Village Tandoori
The World Upside Down
Toby Carvery
Vegivores
Wagamama
Wantage Dining
Wolf
Zi Tore
Zia Lucia
Zizzi
Cafes in Reading
96 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
AMT Cafe
AMT Coffee
BBS
Black Sheep Coffee
Black Sheep Coffee
Boost
Boswells
Brewer Street Coffee
Café local
Cafe Ritazza
Cafe Yolk
Café YOLK
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero
ChaayèPaani
Coffee Under Pressure
Coffee Under Pressure
Coffee2Go
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa
Creperie Doux Sourire
DeNata Coffee & Co
Ding Tea
Driftwood Café
Dua Lounge
Early Cafe
Elle's Baguettes
Fidget & Bob
Fluffy Fluffy
Forbury Kitchen
GAIL's
Geo Café
Global Cafe
Hey Coffee
Honesty
Jamaica Blue Cafe
Julaga
Julia's Medow
Karak Chaii
Kaspa's
Lincoln Coffee House
Madoo
MERL Cafe
Mon Cheri
Monty's Cafe
Mooboo
Morrisons Cafe
Muffin Break
Namak Mirch
Nathan's Nibbles
Nathan's Nibbles
Notes
O'Anna's
Parkside Cafe
Pau Brasil
Paul
Piazza Cafe
Picnic
Pierre's
Pumpkin
Rafina
Reading Baguettes
Reading Café
Shed
SportsPark Cafe
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
T4 Tea For U
Tamp Culture Coffee
The Atrium
The Bite
The Cafe
The Churros Kitchen
The Collective
The Gorge Cafe
The Market Cafe
The Pantry
The Spark
The Tea Kiosk
Triple Two Coffee
Whitley Social Club & Cafe
Wolseley Street Bakery
Workhouse Coffee
Yaadgaar Reading
YayLo coffee and cake
Zotta Deli
Cinemas in Reading
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Reading Biscuit Factory
Vue
Theatres in Reading
4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Progress Theatre
Reading Rep Theatre
Sub89
The Hexagon
Monuments in Reading
7 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Edward VII
Jubilee Fountain
Maiwand Lion
Queen Victoria
Simeon Monument
Swan
The Abbey Gateway
Clinics in Reading
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Coley Clinic
Skin
The Laser Clinic
ultrasound direct The Fertility Partnership
Window to the Womb
Dentists in Reading
12 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bupa Dental Care
Caversham Heights Dental Practice
evergreen reading
Highgrove Dental Care
Inspire Dental
Kendrick View Dental Practice
Markham Associates Dental Surgeons
Puresmile Reading Dental and Implants
Reading Dental Sedation Clinic - Gerrit Snyman
Riverside Dental Centre
University Dental Centre
Vestra Dental Care
Veterinaries in Reading
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castle Vets
Oakley Veterinary Clinic
Train Stations in Reading
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Reading
Reading West
Gas Stations in Reading
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
BP
BP
BP
BP
BP Leander Service Station
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Morrisons
Shell
Tesco
Tesco Petrol Station
Banks in Reading
14 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bank of Ireland
Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Leeds Building Society
Lloyds Bank
Metro Bank
Nationwide
RBS
Santander
Skipton Building Society
TSB
Virgin Money
Yorkshire Building Society
Shopping Malls in Reading
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Broad Street Mall
Harris Arcade
The Oracle
Gyms in Reading
19 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
9Round
Body & Brain
Caversham Health Club
Curves
Ftiness4Women
GoPerform
GymHippie Holistic Personal Training
Hotpod Yoga Reading
LivingWell Health Club
Pilates of Berkshire
Ping Pong Parlour
PureGym
PureGym
Revive
Rivermead Leisure Centre
Strong Womens Club
The Gym
TNT Gym
Unleashed Performance Gym
Golf Courses in Reading
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
The Caversham
Breweries in Reading
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andwell Brewing Co | ||||
| Ascot Brewing Company | ||||
| Berry Bros. & Rudd | ||||
| Binghams Brewery | ||||
| Binghams Brewery | ||||
| Elusive Brewing | ||||
| Fisher's Brewing Company | ||||
| Hog's Back Brewery | ||||
| Loddon Brewery | ||||
| Longdog Brewery | ||||
| Old Luxters | ||||
| Phantom Brewing Co. | ||||
| Reading Brewery | ||||
| Reading Brewery | ||||
| Rebellion Beer Co. Ltd | ||||
| Renegade Brewery | ||||
| Siren Craft Brewery | ||||
| Siren Craft Brewery | ||||
| Winkworth |
Stadiums & Teams in Reading
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Palmer Park Stadium | ||
| Select Car Leasing Stadium |
Ski Resorts Near Reading
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton Alpine Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| InPiste | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Reading
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | Large Airport |
| London Luton Airport | LTN | Large Airport |
| Blackbushe Airport | BBS | Medium Airport |
| Brighton City Airport | ESH | Medium Airport |
| Cranfield Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Farnborough Airport | FAB | Medium Airport |
| Lasham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| London Oxford Airport | OXF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Benson | BEX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Brize Norton | BZZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Northolt | NHT | Medium Airport |
| RAF Odiham | ODH | Medium Airport |
| Southampton Airport | SOU | Medium Airport |
| Arden Heath Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baileys Fram Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barton Ashes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batchley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baynard's Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bere Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bernwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Berry Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bicester Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Binstead Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bognor Regis Lec Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bossington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bovingdon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowden Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowford Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brimpton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Buttermilk Hall Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cardington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalgrove Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cheddington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chesham Vale Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chilbolton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chilsfold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coleman Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Colemore Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cornbury House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Denford Manor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Denham Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Drayton St Leonard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dunsfold Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Earwig Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elstree Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Englefield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Reading
48 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Binfield Heath Post Office | |
| Broad Street Mall Post Office | |
| Broad Street Mall Post Office | |
| Burghfield Common Post Office | |
| Caversham Heights Post Office | |
| Caversham Heights Post Office | |
| Caversham Post Office | |
| Caversham Post Office | |
| Caversham Road Post Office | |
| Caversham Road Post Office | |
| Central Mail Service | |
| Charvil Stores & Post Office | |
| Coley Park Post Office | |
| Coley Park Post Office | |
| DHL | |
| DHL | |
| Emmer Green Post Office | |
| Emmer Green Post Office | |
| Henley Road Post Office | |
| Henley Road Post Office | |
| Hildens Drive Post Office | |
| London Road Post Office | |
| Lower Earley Post Office | |
| Lower Shiplake Post Office | |
| Mail Boxes Etc. | |
| Norcot Post Office | |
| Northumberland Avenue Post Office | |
| Northumberland Avenue Post Office | |
| Oxford Road Post Office | |
| Oxford Road Post Office | |
| Pack & Send | |
| Pack & Send | |
| Pangbourne Post Office | |
| Post Collections Office | |
| Post Collections Office | |
| Reading Post Office | |
| Reading Post Office | |
| School Road Post Office | |
| Shinfield Post Office | |
| Sonning Common Post Office | |
| Spencers Wood Post Office | |
| Swallowfield Post Office | |
| Theale Post Office | |
| Three Mile Cross Post Office | |
| Twyford Post Office | |
| Wargarve Store & Post Office | |
| Wheelers Green Post Office | |
| Whitley Wood |
Treatment Centers in Reading
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Flint House Police Rehabilitation Centre | ||
| Shinfield Health Centre | ||
| Skin | ||
| Synexus Thames Valley Clinic | ||
| The Berkshire Clinic | ||
| The Laser Clinic | ||
| ultrasound direct The Fertility Partnership | ||
| Window to the Womb | ||
| Yeldall Manor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Reading
165 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 7th Day Adventist | |
| 7th Day Adventist | |
| Abbey Baptist Church | |
| Abbey Baptist Church | |
| Abu Bakr Masjid | |
| All Nations Christian Centre | |
| All Nations Christian Centre | |
| Anderson Baptist Church | |
| Argyle Chapel | |
| Argyle Chapel | |
| Brethren's Meeting Room | |
| Brookside Christian Centre | |
| Carey Baptist Church | |
| Carey Baptist Church | |
| Catholic Parish of our Lady & St. Anne | |
| Catholic Parish of our Lady & St. Anne | |
| Caversham Baptist Church | |
| Caversham Baptist Church | |
| Caversham Heights Methodist Church | |
| Caversham Heights Methodist Church |
Explore Near Reading
Quick Facts
Timezone
Europe/London
Around Reading
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Reading
35 places within 15 km
⚱️ Archaeological Sites (13)
- • Calleva Atrebatum
- • Castle Grove Camp
- • dyke
- • Grim's Bank
- • High Wood Roman Villa
- + 8 more
🏰 Castles (1)
- • Cayton Park House
🖼️ Galleries (1)
- • Openhand
⛰️ Peaks (8)
- • Barkham Hill
- • Chill Hill
- • Fox Hill
- • Gravelpit Hill
- • Hermit's Hill
- + 3 more
🏛️ Ruins (10)
- • Abbey Ruins
- • Abbey Ruins
- • Folly
- • Folly
- • Icehouse
- + 5 more
🌄 Viewpoints (2)
- • Ancient Oak Tree
- • Jennett's Park Country Park
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Reading
What is the population of Reading?
Reading has a population of 318,014 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 20,386 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
Is Reading expensive to live in?
The median household income is $51,689, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $444,448 (58% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Reading?
Reading has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Reading?
The unemployment rate in Reading is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $994. There are 338 business establishments in the area, including 125 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Reading?
The median home value in Reading is $444,448. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,292. The homeownership rate is 51.7%.
How are the schools in Reading?
40.4% of adults in Reading hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 57.2% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Reading?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Reading is 15.3% White, 2.8% Black or African American, 24% Asian. 78.2% of residents speak only English at home. 2.6% of the population are military veterans. 3.7% of residents have a disability.
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