Our Data Sources
42, Water Road, Reading has 31 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in January 2017 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2016.
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.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
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 42, Water Road, Reading is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £413,152 and a rental value of £1,834 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £365,934 and a rental value of £1,624 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 42, Water Road, Reading sits on a plot of 200 m2.
We have plot size data on 40 out of 43 other houses in the postcode and 42, Water Road, Reading sits on the 27th largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
42, Water Road, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 17 Jun 2016.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 42, Water Road, Reading was last sold on 13th January 2017 for £318,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 3 sales since 1995.
Since January 2017, the market for similar properties has risen by 6.4%.
- Sold Jan 2017£318,000
- Sold Dec 2009£192,000
- Sold Sep 1997£79,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 219 sales of properties similar to 42, Water Road, Reading within a radius of 500 metres since 2017.
The most recent example is 72, Amblecote Road, Reading, RG30 4BP, a freehold house which sold for £412,000 on the 12th January 2026.
Read more about house prices in RG30.
- Sold Jan 2026£412,000 | 3 Bed House72, Amblecote Road, Reading, RG30 4BP72, Amblecote Road, Reading, RG30 4BP
- Sold Jan 2026£410,000 | 4 Bed House14, Brisbane Road, Reading, RG30 2PE14, Brisbane Road, Reading, RG30 2PE
- Sold Nov 2025£480,000 | 3 Bed House204, Waverley Road, Reading, RG30 2QG204, Waverley Road, Reading, RG30 2QG
- Sold Oct 2025£390,000 | 4 Bed House4, Brisbane Road, Reading, RG30 2PE4, Brisbane Road, Reading, RG30 2PE
- Sold Jul 2025£385,000 | 3 Bed House145, Beecham Road, Reading, RG30 2RB145, Beecham Road, Reading, RG30 2RB
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £361,009, ranging from £337,876 to £409,912.
- 40 Water Road
3 Bed House | 2 m | Est. Value: £345,141
- 44 Water Road
3 Bed House | 7 m | Est. Value: £350,063
- 36 Water Road
3 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £374,344
- 46 Water Road
3 Bed House | 13 m | Est. Value: £342,736
- 34 Water Road
3 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £374,344
Location Comparison
Water Road, Reading, RG30 has a total of 49 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 42, Water Road, Reading is the 19th largest and the 23rd most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £63k more expensive than the average property in RG30.
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Schools Nearby
- Ranikhet Academy500 m away
- English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School600 m away
- Wilson Primary School700 m away
- King's Academy Prospect800 m away
- The WREN School1.1 km away
- Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School1.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Reading West|1.5 km away
- Tilehurst|2.3 km away
- Reading|2.8 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 available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.
