Our Data Sources
78, Balmore Drive, Reading has 31 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in June 2018 and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 2018.
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
In very good condition, we estimate 78, Balmore Drive, Reading would be worth £867,975, with a potential rental value of £2,171 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £768,778, with a rental value of £1,923 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
78, Balmore Drive, Reading occupies a 458 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 41 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 17th largest.
Energy Efficiency
78, Balmore Drive, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 14 Feb 2018.
The property is connected to mains gas and has mostly double glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas, electric underfloor heating).
Sold Prices
78, Balmore Drive, Reading last changed hands on 15th June 2018, selling for £750,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 0.6% since June 2018.
- Sold Jun 2018£750,000
- Sold Jun 2007£432,000
- Sold Dec 1999£185,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 86 sales of comparable properties within 600 metres of 78, Balmore Drive, Reading since 2012.
Most recently, 12, Balmore Drive, Reading, RG4 8NL, a freehold house, sold at £940,000 on the 30th July 2025.
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- Sold Jul 2025£940,000 | 5 Bed House12, Balmore Drive, Reading, RG4 8NL12, Balmore Drive, Reading, RG4 8NL
- Sold Feb 2025£930,000 | 4 Bed House20, Picton Way, Reading, RG4 8NJ20, Picton Way, Reading, RG4 8NJ
- Sold Jan 2025£902,000 | 4 Bed House22, Grosvenor Road, Reading, RG4 5EJ22, Grosvenor Road, Reading, RG4 5EJ
- Sold Aug 2024£925,000 | 4 Bed House22, Picton Way, Reading, RG4 8NJ22, Picton Way, Reading, RG4 8NJ
- Sold Jul 2024£980,000 | 4 Bed House23, Grosvenor Road, Reading, RG4 5EN23, Grosvenor Road, Reading, RG4 5EN
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 £726,617, ranging from £635,325 to £944,836.
- 77 Balmore Drive
4 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £723,524
- 76 Balmore Drive
4 Bed House | 18 m | Est. Value: £732,665
- 81 Balmore Drive
3 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £635,325
- 74 Balmore Drive
3 Bed House | 38 m | Est. Value: £723,602
- 19 Balmore Drive
4 Bed House | 42 m | Est. Value: £832,340
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 78, Balmore Drive, Reading as the 14th largest and the 21st most expensive of the 87 addresses on Balmore Drive, Caversham, Reading, RG4.
Against the RG4 postcode district average, it is £271k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Caversham Primary School400 m away
- The Hill Primary School700 m away
- St Anne's Catholic Primary School800 m away
- Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre900 m away
- River Academy1.7 km away
- Kendrick School2.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Reading|1.8 km away
- Reading West|2.6 km away
- Tilehurst|4.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












