Our Data Sources
42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading has 2 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in March 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2015.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading would be worth £782,598, with a potential rental value of £3,251 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £693,158, with a rental value of £2,880 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading occupies a 458 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 64 other houses in this postcode, 56 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 8th largest.
Energy Efficiency
42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 25 Jun 2015.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading last changed hands on 30th March 2016, selling for £610,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 5.0% since March 2016.
- Sold Mar 2016£610,000
- Sold Jul 2007£549,995
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 59 sales of comparable properties within 680 metres of 42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 14, Monarch Drive, Reading, RG2 9EW, a freehold house, sold at £865,000 on the 19th January 2026.
Read more about house prices in RG2.
- Sold Jan 2026£865,000 | 5 Bed House14, Monarch Drive, Reading, RG2 9EW14, Monarch Drive, Reading, RG2 9EW
- Sold Nov 2019£734,950 | 5 Bed House15, Harrington Close, Reading, RG2 9LF15, Harrington Close, Reading, RG2 9LF
- Sold Jun 2019£734,950 | 5 Bed House1, Garrett Drive, Reading, RG2 9LD1, Garrett Drive, Reading, RG2 9LD
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 42, Gloucester Avenue, Reading as the 11th largest and the 9th most expensive of the 76 addresses on Gloucester Avenue, Shinfield, Reading, RG2.
Against the RG2 postcode district average, it is £375k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Shinfield Infant and Nursery School600 m away
- Alder Grove Church of England Primary School600 m away
- Shinfield St Mary's CofE Junior School800 m away
- Oakbank School1.2 km away
- Hartland High School2.0 km away
- Reading Girls' School3.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Reading Green Park|3.9 km away
- Earley|4.2 km away
- Winnersh Triangle|5.1 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












