Our Data Sources
242, Gainsborough Road, Reading has 3 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in April 2018 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2013.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 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 242, Gainsborough Road, Reading is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £412,034 and a rental value of £1,854 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £364,945 and a rental value of £1,642 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 242, Gainsborough Road, Reading sits on a plot of 185 m2.
We have plot size data on 14 out of 19 other houses in the postcode and 242, Gainsborough Road, Reading sits on the 12th largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
242, Gainsborough Road, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 03 Oct 2013.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 242, Gainsborough Road, Reading was last sold on 9th April 2018 for £290,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 3 sales since 1995.
Since April 2018, the market for similar properties has risen by 23.6%.
- Sold Apr 2018£290,000
- Sold Apr 2015£285,000
- Sold Aug 2007£241,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 3 sales of properties similar to 242, Gainsborough Road, Reading within a radius of 570 metres over the last 2 years.
The most recent example is 31, Honey End Lane, Reading, RG30 4EL, a freehold house which sold for £475,000 on the 8th September 2025.
Read more about house prices in RG30.
- Sold Sep 2025£475,000 | 3 Bed House31, Honey End Lane, Reading, RG30 4EL31, Honey End Lane, Reading, RG30 4EL
- Sold Dec 2024£465,000 | 3 Bed House27, Honey End Lane, Reading, RG30 4EL27, Honey End Lane, Reading, RG30 4EL
- Sold Sep 2024£480,000 | 3 Bed House74, Burghfield Road, Reading, RG30 3LP74, Burghfield Road, Reading, RG30 3LP
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 has a total of 118 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 242, Gainsborough Road, Reading is the 10th largest and the 12th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £61k more expensive than the average property in RG30.
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Schools Nearby
- 200mManor Primary School
- 700mKennet Valley Primary School
- 800mSouthcote Primary School
- 500mKing's Academy Prospect
- 800mBlessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School
- 1.2kmThe WREN School
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Public Transport Nearby
- 2.2kmReading Green Park
- 2.2kmReading West
- 3.3kmTilehurst
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, superfast broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast 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.
