Our Data Sources
242A, Gainsborough Road, Reading has a single entry in the Land Registry from January 2022 and a single entry in the EPC database dated January 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 242A, Gainsborough Road, Reading would be worth £368,911, with a potential rental value of £1,634 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £326,750, with a rental value of £1,447 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
242A, Gainsborough Road, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 20 Jan 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
242A, Gainsborough Road, Reading last changed hands on 18th January 2022, selling for £298,000. 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 4.0% since January 2022.
- Sold Jan 2022£298,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 200 sales of comparable properties within 560 metres of 242A, Gainsborough Road, Reading across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 260, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP, a freehold house, sold at £400,000 on the 10th October 2025.
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- Sold Oct 2025£400,000 | 3 Bed House260, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP260, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP
- Sold Mar 2025£370,000 | 3 Bed House252, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP252, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP
- Sold Oct 2022£420,000 | 3 Bed House262, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP262, Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30 3BP
•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 242A, Gainsborough Road, Reading as the 85th largest and the 47th most expensive of the 118 addresses on Gainsborough Road, Reading, RG30.
Against the RG30 postcode district average, it is £20k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Manor Primary School200 m away
- Kennet Valley Primary School700 m away
- Southcote Primary School800 m away
- King's Academy Prospect500 m away
- Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School800 m away
- The WREN School1.2 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Reading Green Park|2.2 km away
- Reading West|2.2 km away
- Tilehurst|3.3 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.
