1. Strategic Tech Corridor Location

Part of the Thames Valley corridor, Reading is home to global firms like Oracle, Microsoft, Apple, Ericsson, Cisco, Hewlett-Packard & many more. The strong tech sector anchors long-term economic and property growth.

2. Strong Rental Demand from Students and Professionals

With the University of Reading and a high concentration of corporate tenants, rental demand remains stable across residential sectors. According to ONS, rents in the city have increased by 10.2% from May 2024 to May 2025.

3. Projected Property Price Growth

Reading’s property market is forecast for steady growth, supported by strong fundamentals and continued inward business investment. Experts expect 3 - 4% growth in 2026 alone.

4. More Affordable than London

Reading offers relatively lower property prices while still providing excellent commuter access to London, particularly with the Elizabeth Line. The Elizabeth line allows commuters to go from Central Reading to London Paddington in 25 minutes, before continuing to financial centres such as Canary Wharf, Liverpool Street & the east of London. It also allows Reading residents to get to London Heathrow in 35 minutes.

5. Infrastructure Enhancements Boosting Connectivity

Ongoing transport upgrades, including improved road and rail services, strengthen Reading’s role as a key commuter town. With phase 1’s office block recently completed, the Station Hill £750m redevelopment is a large-scale, mixed-use development project located next to Reading Station. It aims to transform a 6.5-acre site into a vibrant new urban quarter with residential, office, and retail spaces, along with public areas. The development is designed to integrate seamlessly with the train station and surrounding area, creating a connected live-work-play environment.