Our Data Sources
The Birches, Reading has a single entry in the Land Registry from January 2025 and a single entry in the EPC database dated December 2023.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate The Birches, Reading would be worth £1,356,937, with a potential rental value of £3,069 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £1,201,858, with a rental value of £2,718 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
The Birches, Reading has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 11 Dec 2023.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using ground source heat pump (underfloor, electric).
Sold Prices
The Birches, Reading last changed hands on 10th January 2025, selling for £1,375,000. 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 dropped by 3.2% since January 2025.
- Sold Jan 2025£1,375,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 5 sales of comparable properties within 2.5 kilometres of The Birches, Reading since 2009.
Most recently, Pheasant Lodge, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1PY, a freehold house, sold at £1,425,000 on the 27th June 2024.
Read more about house prices in RG7.
- Sold Jun 2024£1,425,000 | 5 Bed HousePheasant Lodge, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1PYPheasant Lodge, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1PY
- Sold May 2023£1,300,000 | 5 Bed HouseCharlton, Charlton Lane, Reading, RG7 1RTCharlton, Charlton Lane, Reading, RG7 1RT
- Sold Mar 2022£1,150,000 | 5 Bed HouseUplands, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1PYUplands, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1PY
- Sold Apr 2013£820,000 | 5 Bed HouseBramley, Swallowfield Street, Reading, RG7 1QXBramley, Swallowfield Street, Reading, RG7 1QX
- Sold Mar 2009£616,000 | 5 Bed HouseWestbourne House, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1QSWestbourne House, Basingstoke Road, Reading, RG7 1QS
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 £1,212,043, ranging from £689,212 to £2,497,257.
- Foxgloves
5 Bed House | 19 m | Est. Value: £1,146,249
- Orchard View
5 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £2,497,257
- Pheasant Lodge
5 Bed House | 40 m | Est. Value: £1,310,271
- Hawthorn House
5 Bed House | 58 m | Est. Value: £1,785,819
- Uplands
5 Bed House | 93 m | Est. Value: £1,144,311
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks The Birches, Reading as the 16th largest and the 10th most expensive of the 38 addresses on Basingstoke Road, Swallowfield, Reading, RG7.
Against the RG7 postcode district average, it is £761k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Lambs Lane Primary School1.4 km away
- Grazeley Church of England Primary School3.0 km away
- Alder Grove Church of England Primary School3.4 km away
- Oakbank School3.1 km away
- Bohunt School Wokingham5.2 km away
- Hartland High School5.6 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Mortimer|4.7 km away
- Reading Green Park|6.1 km away
- Earley|8.1 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.
