Our Data Sources
1, Essex Street, Reading has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in October 2007 and a single entry in the EPC database dated January 2023.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 1, Essex Street, Reading is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £345,069 and a rental value of £1,809 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £305,633 and a rental value of £1,602 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 1, Essex Street, Reading sits on a plot of 119 m2.
We have plot size data on 47 out of 64 other houses in the postcode and 1, Essex Street, Reading sits on the 35th largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
1, Essex Street, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 18 Jan 2023.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Room heaters, electric.
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 1, Essex Street, Reading was last sold on 4th October 2007 for £220,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 2 sales since 1995.
Since October 2007, the market for similar properties has risen by 94.8%.
- Sold Oct 2007£220,000
- Sold Oct 1997£64,250
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 83 sales of properties similar to 1, Essex Street, Reading within a radius of 420 metres over the last 2 years.
The most recent example is 44, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG2 0EL, a freehold house which sold for £400,000 on the 11th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in RG2.
- Sold Aug 2025£400,000 | 4 Bed House44, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG2 0EL44, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG2 0EL
- Sold Nov 2023£300,000 | 3 Bed House12, Essex Street, Reading, RG2 0EH12, Essex Street, Reading, RG2 0EH
- Sold Aug 2021£265,000 | 4 Bed House31, Essex Street, Reading, RG2 0EH31, Essex Street, Reading, RG2 0EH
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Essex Street, Reading, RG2 has a total of 66 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 1, Essex Street, Reading is the 8th largest and the 9th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £41k less expensive than the average property in RG2.
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Schools Nearby
- New Christ Church Church of England Primary School200 m away
- The Palmer Primary Academy500 m away
- Katesgrove Primary School700 m away
- Kendrick School700 m away
- Reading School900 m away
- Reading Girls' School1.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Reading|1.5 km away
- Reading West|2.0 km away
- Reading Green Park|3.0 km away
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.
