Our Data Sources
5, Messenger Road, Reading has a single entry in the Land Registry from March 2016 and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 2016.
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
In very good condition, we estimate 5, Messenger Road, Reading would be worth £562,758, with a potential rental value of £1,947 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £498,442, with a rental value of £1,724 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
5, Messenger Road, Reading occupies a 293 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 35 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 12th largest.
Energy Efficiency
5, Messenger Road, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 04 Feb 2016.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
5, Messenger Road, Reading last changed hands on 24th March 2016, selling for £435,950. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 15.9% since March 2016.
- Sold Mar 2016£435,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 560 metres of 5, Messenger Road, Reading across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 22, Martinet Road, Reading, RG5 4TQ, a freehold house, sold at £535,000 on the 8th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in RG5.
- Sold Aug 2025£535,000 | 3 Bed House22, Martinet Road, Reading, RG5 4TQ22, Martinet Road, Reading, RG5 4TQ
- Sold Jul 2024£480,000 | 3 Bed House6, Wright Close, Reading, RG5 4TY6, Wright Close, Reading, RG5 4TY
- Sold Feb 2021£470,000 | 3 Bed House1, Messenger Road, Reading, RG5 4TR1, Messenger Road, Reading, RG5 4TR
•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 5, Messenger Road, Reading as the 27th largest and the 27th most expensive of the 35 addresses on Messenger Road, Woodley, Reading, RG5.
Against the RG5 postcode district average, it is £81k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- 500mWoodley CofE Primary School
- 600mRivermead Primary School
- 900mBeechwood Primary School
- 1.4kmWaingels
- 1.9kmThe Bulmershe School
- 2.5kmThe Forest School
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Public Transport Nearby
- 1.8kmWinnersh Triangle
- 2.3kmEarley
- 2.7kmWinnersh
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a very low risk of flooding.
