UK area guide
What's Reading like to live in?
A data-led snapshot of Reading— scored on the things that matter when you're deciding where to live. Scores are an early preview and get sharper over time.
71
Reading area score
Overall, across 6 measures
Safety77
9.1 / 1k people · 809 crimes within ~1 mile · adjusted for ~89,040 residents
Flood safety13
7 flood areas nearby · Within 2 km
Amenities90
18 nearby · Shops, GP, pharmacy, food, transport
Schools67
4 nearby · 2 primary · 2 secondary
Air quality83
AQI 17 · NO₂ 6 · PM2.5 3 µg/m³
Climate96
2935 sun hrs · 631 mm rain (2025)
Find a Good Place scores any UK area on safety, schools, flood risk, air quality, amenities and more — weighted by what you care about. This is general information, not advice; always do your own research before deciding where to live.