RG2 7UG is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (RG2) is called the outward code. The part after the space (7UG) is called the inward code. The letters C, I, K, M, O and V are not allowed in the inward code. In addition to the inward and outward code, the postcode can be broken up into four parts:
- Postal Area. In our case RG which means Reading.
- Postal District. In our case RG2.
- Postal Sector. In our case RG2 7.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case UG.
The regional mail center for the post area RG is the South West Distribution Centre, which is located at Western Approach, Distribution Park, Severn Beach, BRISTOL, BS35 4GG.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the RG2 7UG postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is READING DO. Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the RG2 7UG postcode have the street address of Hexham Road
Did you know? According to the 2021 Census, the RG2 7UG postcode is home to a bustling 101 residents!
It is situated within the post town of READING within the old postal county of Berkshire.
RG2 7UG is within the town of Reading.
The RG2 7UG postcode area is composed of 75% residential properties, 0% commercial properties, and 25% public properties.
According to our data. Most dwellings in RG2 7UG are flats. The remainder of residential properties consist of houses. Of these flats, most are detached. The remainder are mid-terraced, semi-detached and end-terraced. Of these houses, most are mid-terraced. The remainder are end-terraced. Of these maisonettes, most are detached. The remainder are unknown.
Most properties in RG2 7UG are social housing with the rest being owned by the occupiers.
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Map of the RG2 7UG Postcode
| Property Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Residential | 75% |
| Commercial | 0% |
| Public | 25% |
Telephone Area Code for RG2 7UG
The telephone area code for RG2 7UG is 0118 Reading.
Map Coordinates for RG2 7UG
| Latitude | 51.4373789866 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -0.960100425531 |
How far is the RG2 7UG Postcode from the Centre of London?
The RG2 7UG postcode is 36.26 miles as the crow flies from the centre of London (Original Site of Charing Cross).
The distance by road is 41.33 miles. Taking the following route.
Northumberland Avenue (0.10 miles), A327 (0.54 miles), A4 (1.45 miles), A3290 (2.08 miles), A329(M) (1.55 miles), M4 (27.72 miles), A4 (4.46 miles).
Weather Forecast for RG2 7UG
Wed 8th May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 19.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 2.00% | ENE 2 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Cloudy | 19.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 5.00% | SSE 4 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 3.00% | SSW 7 mph |
Thu 9th May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 4.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 1.00% | SW 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 3.00% | SW 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Sunny day | 16.0°C (feels like 16.0°C) | 0.00% | SW 2 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 19.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 3.00% | S 2 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 21.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 3.00% | SSE 2 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 20.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 1.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 1.00% | SSW 4 mph |
Fri 10th May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 13.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 1.00% | SSW 4 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 3.00% | SSW 2 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 4.00% | ESE 2 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 17.0°C (feels like 17.0°C) | 4.00% | SE 2 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 20.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 4.00% | SE 4 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 21.0°C (feels like 21.0°C) | 4.00% | SE 4 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 20.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 4.00% | SE 4 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Clear night | 15.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 1.00% | SSE 4 mph |
Sat 11th May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 0.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 0.00% | ESE 2 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Sunny day | 13.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 0.00% | SSE 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Sunny day | 18.0°C (feels like 18.0°C) | 0.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 21.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 1.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 22.0°C (feels like 21.0°C) | 2.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Sunny day | 21.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 1.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Clear night | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 0.00% | SE 7 mph |
Sun 12th May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 14.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 0.00% | ESE 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 1.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 14.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 1.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 19.0°C (feels like 18.0°C) | 3.00% | ESE 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 22.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 7.00% | SE 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 22.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 11.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 20.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 9.00% | S 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 12.00% | S 7 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like in the RG2 7UG Postcode?
Download Speeds For RG2 7UG
| Average Mbps | 99.000 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 78.800 |
| Maximum Mbps | 331.000 |
RG2 7UG has an average download speed of 99 Megabits per second (Mbps).
743 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
67% of postcodes (787,881) have slower broadband speeds.
33% of postcodes (396,017) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds For RG2 7UG
| Average Mbps | 14.300 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 10.600 |
| Maximum Mbps | 36.000 |
RG2 7UG has an average upload speed of 14.3 Megabits per second (Mbps).
11,780 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
58% of postcodes (687,127) have slower upload speeds.
41% of postcodes (485,734) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute drive of RG2 7UG Postcode
England Primary Schools
Whiteknights Primary School
Address: Whiteknights Primary School, Fairlawn Green, Shinfield Rise, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8EP
Distance: 0.96 miles
Contact:
The Ridgeway Primary School
Address: The Ridgeway Primary School, Hillbrow, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8JD
Distance: 0.85 miles
Contact: 01189375530
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Address: Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Lulworth Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8LX
Distance: 0.98 miles
Contact: 01189375434
Geoffrey Field Infant School
Address: Geoffrey Field Infant School, Exbourne Road, Whitley Wood, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8RH
Distance: 1.07 miles
Contact: 01189375473
Geoffrey Field Junior School
Address: Geoffrey Field Junior School, Exbourne Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8RH
Distance: 1.07 miles
Contact: 01189375475
Redlands Primary School
Address: Redlands Primary School, Lydford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5QH
Distance: 0.82 miles
Contact: 01189375527
The Palmer Primary Academy
Address: The Palmer Primary Academy, 70 Northumberland Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7PP
Distance: 0.14 miles
Contact: 01189375481
New Christ Church Church of England (VA) Primary School
Address: New Christ Church Church of England (VA) Primary School, Milman Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 0AY
Distance: 0.53 miles
Contact:
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School
Address: Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School, Brixham Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7RB
Distance: 0.53 miles
Contact: 01189375566
Katesgrove Primary School
Address: Katesgrove Primary School, Dorothy Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2NL
Distance: 0.98 miles
Contact: 01189375490
Coley Primary School
Address: Coley Primary School, Wolseley Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 6AZ
Distance: 1.13 miles
Contact: 01189375461
England Secondary Schools
Reading Girls' School
Address: Reading Girls' School, Northumberland Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7PY
Distance: 0.10 miles
Contact:
Reading Girls' School
Address: Reading Girls' School, Northumberland Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7PY
Distance: 0.10 miles
Contact: 01189861336
Reading School
Address: Reading School, Erleigh Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW
Distance: 0.80 miles
Contact: 01189015600
Reading School
Address: Reading School, Erleigh Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW
Distance: 0.80 miles
Contact:
John Madejski Academy
Address: John Madejski Academy, 125 Hartland Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8AF
Distance: 0.86 miles
Contact: 01189370200
Kendrick School
Address: Kendrick School, London Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5BN
Distance: 0.97 miles
Contact: 01189015859
Kendrick School
Address: Kendrick School, London Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5BN
Distance: 0.97 miles
Contact:
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near RG2 7UG
UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE
Address: 9-11 NORTHCOURT AVENUE, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 7HE
Distance: 0.33 miles
Contact: :
COMMUNITY DENTAL CLINIC
Address: WHITLEY SOCIAL SERVICES, 268 NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 7PJ
Distance: 0.43 miles
Contact: :
WHITLEY STREET (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: 45 WHITLEY STREET, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 0EG
Distance: 0.60 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 221 SHINFIELD ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 8HA
Distance: 0.90 miles
Contact: :
THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (READING) LTD
Address: 27, ERLEIGH ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG1 5LU
Distance: 0.93 miles
Contact: :
KENDRICK VIEW DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 39 LONDON ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG1 5BL
Distance: 0.96 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Chemists
Pharmacies near RG2 7UG
BASINGSTOKE ROAD PHARMACY
Address: 71 BASINGSTOKE ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 0ER
Distance: 0.34 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9875712
CHRISTCHURCH ROAD PHARMACY
Address: 68 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, READING, RG2 7AZ
Distance: 0.42 miles
Contact: tel: 01189 871868
WHITLEY 277 PHARMACY
Address: 277 BASINGSTOKE ROAD, READING, RG2 0JA
Distance: 0.52 miles
Contact: tel: 01189 872238
MILMAN ROAD PHARMACY
Address: GROUND FLOOR, MILMAN ROAD HEALTH CENTRE, 50 MILMAN ROAD, READING, RG2 0AR
Distance: 0.55 miles
Contact: tel: 01189 864015
VANTAGE CHEMIST
Address: 231 SHINFIELD ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 8HD
Distance: 0.93 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9872850
ERLEIGH PHARMACY
Address: 85 ERLEIGH ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG1 5NN
Distance: 0.98 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9663718
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near RG2 7UG
D & R KIRK OPTICIANS
Address: 47 WHITLEY STREET, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 0EG
Distance: 0.60 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (READING - SHINFIELD ROAD)
Address: UNIT A, WHITE KNIGHTS RETAIL CENTRE, 203-205 SHINFIELD ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 8HA
Distance: 0.90 miles
Contact: :
OPTICAL EXPRESS [READING]
Address: LOWER GROUND LEVEL, HAVELL HOUSE, 62-66 QUEEN ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG1 4AZ
Distance: 1.10 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (READING ORACLE CENTRE)
Address: UNIT 5, UPPER GROUND LEVEL, THE ORACLE CENTRE, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG1 2AH
Distance: 1.23 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS (READING)
Address: L42 THE ORACLE, 120-121 BROAD STREET, READING, RG1 2BD
Distance: 1.32 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (BROAD ST, READING)
Address: 45 BROAD STREET, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG1 2AA
Distance: 1.39 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near RG2 7UG
LONG BARN LANE SURGERY
Address: 22 LONG BARN LANE, WHITLEY, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 7SZ
Distance: 0.31 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9871377
UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2
Address: UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE, 9-11 NORTHCOURT AVENUE, READING, RG2 7HE
Distance: 0.33 miles
Contact: :
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP
Address: UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE, 9-11 NORTHCOURT AVENUE, READING, RG2 7HE
Distance: 0.33 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9874551
DR. T. UNDERWOOD
Address: CHANCELLOR HOUSE SURGERY, 6 SHINFIELD ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 7BW
Distance: 0.39 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9310006
WHITLEY VILLA SURGERY
Address: 1 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 7AB
Distance: 0.52 miles
Contact: :
MILMAN & KENNET SURGERY
Address: MILMAN ROAD HEALTH CENTRE, 1ST FLOOR, 50 MILMAN ROAD, READING, BERKSHIRE, RG2 0AR
Distance: 0.55 miles
Contact: tel: 0118 9862286
Transport Links near RG2 7UG
Train Stations
Nearest stations for postcode: RG2 7UG
- Reading
Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZDistance: 2.19 milesDriving Time: 5.78 minutes - Reading West
Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PYDistance: 2.47 milesDriving Time: 5.72 minutes - Earley
Earley station, Station Road, Earley, Berkshire, RG6 7DYDistance: 3.26 milesDriving Time: 6.94 minutes - Winnersh Triangle
Winnersh Triangle station, Wharfdale Road, Winnersh, Berkshire, RG41 5TSDistance: 4.74 milesDriving Time: 9.59 minutes - Winnersh
Winnersh station, Robin Hood Lane, Winnersh, Berkshire, RG41 5LUDistance: 5.24 milesDriving Time: 10.11 minutes
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Motorway Junctions near RG2 7UG
Train Stations
Motorway Junctions near RG2 7UG
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
What are the Council Tax Bands for the RG2 7UG Postcode?
| Council Tax Band | Number of Properties |
|---|---|
| Band A | 26 |
| Band C | 16 |
What Addresses are in the RG2 7UG Postcode?
Addresses for Hexham Road, Reading, which have the RG2 7UG Postcode
Who are my Elected Representatives in the RG2 7UG Postcode?
| Westminster Constituency | Reading East Boro Const |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament |  |
| Contact Details | Contact Matt Rodda |
| Political Party | Labour |
What Council is the RG2 7UG Postcode in?
The Council for this Postcode is Reading Council, who are a Unitary authority. This means that they are responsible for providing education, libraries and maintaining highways as well as normal council duties such as council tax, rubbish collection, housing, environmental health and planning.
You can visit the website for Reading at the following link Reading.How much is the Council Tax?
Reading Council is responsible for collecting council tax. This will vary depending on which council tax band the property falls within. You can check the council tax band at the gov.uk website.
Once you know the council tax band you can view how much Reading charge for that band by visiting the The Council Tax section of their website.
Where can I find out where the nearest Library to the RG2 7UG Postcode is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Reading council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Libraries - Reading Borough CouncilHouse Sales in RG2 7UG
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | £160,000 | £160,000 | £160,000 | 1 |
| 2014 | £200,000 | £200,000 | £200,000 | 1 |
| 2020 | £269,950 | £269,950 | £269,950 | 1 |
| 2021 | £242,000 | £280,000 | £261,000 | 2 |
| 2022 | £230,000 | £230,000 | £230,000 | 1 |
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Postcodes near the RG2 7UG Postcode
What Popular Supermarkets are near the RG2 7UG Postcode?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Aldi, Basingstoke Road, READING, RG2 0NT | 0.80 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Aldi |
| Morrisons, Basingstoke Road, READING, RG2 0HB | 0.81 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Morrisons |
| Iceland, Rose Kiln Lane, READING, RG2 0SN | 1.42 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Iceland |
| Sainsburys, Broad Street, READING, RG1 2BH | 2.16 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Sainsburys |
| Iceland, Broad Street Mall, READING, RG1 7QE | 2.22 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Iceland |
What Popular Restaurants are near the RG2 7UG Postcode?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 8-9, Broad Street Mall, Reading, RG1 2LN | 1.36 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Unit 8-9, Broad Street Mall |
| Reading Gateway, Reading, RG2 0DE | 1.45 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Reading Gateway |
| Reading Station Concourse, Reading, RG1 1LZ | 1.54 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Reading Station Concourse |
| Reading M4, Eastbound, Reading, RG30 3UQ | 3.32 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to Reading M4, Eastbound |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Riverside Level, The Oracle Centre, READING, RG1 2AG | 1.17 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to McDonald's, Riverside Level, The Oracle Centre, READING, RG1 2AG |
| McDonald's, Reading Gate Retail Park, READING, RG2 0QG | 1.32 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to McDonald's, Reading Gate Retail Park, READING, RG2 0QG |
| McDonald's, Kenavon Drive, READING, RG1 3HS | 1.39 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to McDonald's, Kenavon Drive, READING, RG1 3HS |
| McDonald's, Friar Street, READING, RG1 1EP | 1.45 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to McDonald's, Friar Street, READING, RG1 1EP |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, Shinfield Road, READING, RG2 8HA | 0.89 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to KFC Reading - Shinfield Road |
| KFC, Reading Gate Retail Park, READING, RG2 0QG | 1.32 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to KFC Reading Gate Retail Park |
| KFC, Forbury Road, READING, RG1 3JD | 1.43 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to KFC Reading - Forbury Retail Park |
| KFC, Reading Retail Park, Oxford Road, READING, RG30 1PR | 2.85 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to KFC Reading - Oxford Road |
| KFC, Reading Motorway Service Area, Burghfield, READING, RG30 3UQ | 3.31 miles | Directions from RG2 7UG to KFC Reading - M4 West Services |