Park, Reading
Key facts
Park is a UK electoral ward in Reading. Park sits right in the heart of Reading with easy access to the M4 corridor. You'll find a solid range of local shops, takeaways and pubs within the neighbourhood, plus four school…
About Park
Park sits right in the heart of Reading with easy access to the M4 corridor. You'll find a solid range of local shops, takeaways and pubs within the neighbourhood, plus four schools including some rated Good by Ofsted. Reading School, which is rated Outstanding, is close by too.
Your money goes further here than the UK average when it comes to transport and groceries. Terraced houses and flats are competitively priced compared to neighbouring neighbourhoods. The air quality is good and winters are mild, so you get comfortable weather throughout the year.
Crime has dropped noticeably in 2026 and is now closer to national levels. The neighbourhood attracts a lot of students and people sharing homes, which makes sense given how close it is to the University of Reading.
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