About Tilehurst

Tilehurst is a suburb located in the county of Berkshire, England, within the postcode area RG31. It lies to the west of Reading and is primarily a residential area. The suburb features a mix of housing, ranging from older properties to more modern developments. There are several local shops, schools, and parks that cater to the needs of the community. The area is well-connected by public transport, with regular bus services and a train station that provides easy access to Reading and London. Tilehurst also offers various recreational facilities, including sports clubs and green spaces, making it suitable for families and individuals alike. Overall, Tilehurst provides a practical living environment with essential amenities and transport links.

School Ratings in Tilehurst

Families in Tilehurst have access to 121 local schools. Birch Copse Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Tilehurst

Homes sell for an average of £409K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £378K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Tilehurst

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Tilehurst, with 73 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Tilehurst

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Tilehurst among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Tilehurst

Tilehurst benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,602 sales

Average Price £409K
£2K — £15.61M
Detached £560K 941
Semi £378K 1,358
Terraced £323K 778
Flat £208K 468

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

65 Primary
16 Secondary
40 Other
Park Lane Primary School Primary Good 98 yards St Paul's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Birch Copse Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Blagrave Nursery School Nursery 0.4 miles Little Heath School Secondary Good 0.6 miles Springfield Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Meadow Park Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Moorlands Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles The Avenue Special School Good 0.8 miles Thames Valley School Good 0.8 miles Churchend Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles East Family Hub - Calcot 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Tilehurst IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Tilehurst experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
9/10
8,181 Children (0-15) 19%
25,950 Working Age 61%
11,166 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Tilehurst 416 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Tilehurst are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

155 Violence & Sexual Offences
73 Shoplifting
37 Other Theft
34 Public Order
33 Anti-Social Behaviour
29 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Burglary
12 Other Crime
10 Drugs
9 Vehicle Crime
6 Robbery
3 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Thames Valley Kentwood and Tilehurst Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Tilehurst Train Station 1.2 miles
Theale Train Station 2 miles
Reading West Train Station 2.4 miles
Pangbourne Train Station 2.8 miles
Earley Train Station 5.6 miles
Goring And Streatley Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Heath 0.6 miles Horncastle 0.9 miles Churchend 0.9 miles Purley on Thames 1.2 miles Calcot 1.2 miles Calcot Row 1.2 miles Sulham 1.4 miles Southcote 1.8 miles Theale 1.8 miles Malpas 2 miles North Street 2 miles Tidmarsh 2 miles

Local Government

District West Berkshire
Ward Tilehurst Birch Copse
Constituency Reading West
Parish Tilehurst
Region South East

Streets in RG31 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Walk 1 Addiscombe Chase 1 Albert Illsley Close 2 Albury Gardens 3 Alder Drive 2 Andover Close 1 Angus Close 2 Apple Close 1 Armour Hill 4 Armour Road 9 Armour Walk 1 Ashbury Drive 1 Ashmere Close 1 Ashton Close 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aston Avenue 1 Avington Close 1 Avon Close 1 Ayrton Senna Road 1 Bainbridge Road 1 Balfour Drive 1 Ballamore Close 1 Bamford Place 1 Bancroft Place 1 Barbara's Meadow 1 Barbrook Close 1 Barclay Road 1 Barefoot Close 1 Barley Walk 1 Barton Road 1

Postcodes in RG31 50 shown View all postcodes

RG31 4AA RG31 4AB RG31 4DR RG31 4DU RG31 4EE RG31 4EF RG31 4EH RG31 4EJ RG31 4EL RG31 4EN RG31 4EP RG31 4ER RG31 4ES RG31 4ET RG31 4EU RG31 4EX RG31 4EY RG31 4HA RG31 4HE RG31 4HQ RG31 4JQ RG31 4QL RG31 4QR RG31 4QS RG31 4QT RG31 4QU RG31 4QX RG31 4QY RG31 4QZ RG31 4RA RG31 4RB RG31 4RD RG31 4RE RG31 4RG RG31 4RH RG31 4RJ RG31 4RL RG31 4RQ RG31 4SA RG31 4SE RG31 4SF RG31 4SG RG31 4SJ RG31 4SL RG31 4SN RG31 4SP RG31 4SQ RG31 4SR RG31 4SS RG31 4ST