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Takeaways| Council | Reading |
| Crime Rate | High for a South East suburb 66% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Whitley is £359,931, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Whitley house price trends over the last 30 years.
£359,931
£722,500
£270,596
£402,169
£403,000
Is Whitley a nice place to live?
Whitley is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Whitley?
Whitley has a high crime rate for a South East suburb, with around 124 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 66% above the national average, and 103% above the Berkshire average.
What are the best schools in Whitley?
Whitley has 41 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Reading School, Kendrick School, Geoffrey Field Infant School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include New Christ Church Church of England Primary School and Katesgrove Primary School. Note: 3 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Whitley?
Whitley has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (62%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.