Our Data Sources
Birch Cottage, Reading has a single entry in the Land Registry from March 2025 and a single entry in the EPC database dated September 2024.
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 Birch Cottage, Reading would be worth £854,617, with a potential rental value of £2,724 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £756,946, with a rental value of £2,413 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Birch Cottage, Reading occupies a 1,311 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 8 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 3rd largest.
Energy Efficiency
Birch Cottage, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of F. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 11 Sep 2024.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has some double glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, oil.
Sold Prices
Birch Cottage, Reading last changed hands on 24th March 2025, selling for £805,000. 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 7.0% since March 2025.
- Sold Mar 2025£805,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 8 sales of comparable properties within 2.8 kilometres of Birch Cottage, Reading across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 68, Victoria Road, Reading, RG7 3SG, a freehold house, sold at £952,000 on the 10th October 2025.
Read more about house prices in RG7.
- Sold Oct 2025£952,000 | 5 Bed House68, Victoria Road, Reading, RG7 3SG68, Victoria Road, Reading, RG7 3SG
- Sold Dec 2018£800,000 | 5 Bed HouseOakmeade, Soke Road, Reading, RG7 2PBOakmeade, Soke Road, Reading, RG7 2PB
- Sold Sep 2018£1,040,000 | 5 Bed HouseHighfield, Drury Lane, Reading, RG7 2JJHighfield, Drury Lane, Reading, RG7 2JJ
•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 Birch Cottage, Reading as the 3rd largest and the 22nd most expensive of the 38 addresses on Reading Road, Padworth Common, Reading, RG7.
Against the RG7 postcode district average, it is £282k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Silchester Church of England Primary School2.6 km away
- Sulhamstead and Ufton Nervet School2.7 km away
- Mortimer St. John's C.E. Infant School2.8 km away
- The Willink School2.8 km away
- The Hurst School5.7 km away
- Theale Green School6.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Aldermaston|3.6 km away
- Mortimer|4.6 km away
- Midgham|5.6 km away
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.
