517 READING ROAD
WOKINGHAM, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM RG41 5HL
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
195 m²
Council tax band
E
EPC rating
C
Last sold
£800,000 Mar 2026
Price per m²
£4,103/m²
Local average
£690,130 (+15.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (30,385 of 33,755)
Street crime
68 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
On entering the property, you are greeted by a bright and welcoming hallway that flows into a stylish living room and family room. The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room, fitted with sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances, and a large central island finished in striking marble-effect stone. Skylights and bi-folding doors flood the space with natural light and provide a seamless connection to the generous rear garden, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Comfort is further enhanced by underfloor heating throughout the kitchen and living areas.
The ground floor also benefits from two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom, offering flexibility for guests, extended family, or home office use. Upstairs, the property boasts two substantial double bedrooms, each with an en-suite shower room, providing a luxurious and private retreat.
The rear garden has been landscaped to create distinct areas for relaxation and entertaining. A large patio with seating areas leads to a well-kept lawn, complemented by mature borders and a useful outbuilding that incorporates a studio and work shed, ideal for hobbies, a gym, or home office. To the front, the property is set back behind electric gates, with a gravelled driveway providing ample parking and access to a garage offering further storage.
Winnersh itself is a thriving Berkshire village, popular with families due to its excellent amenities, schools, and transport links. The property lies within easy reach of Winnersh and Winnersh Triangle railway stations, providing regular services to Reading and London Waterloo, while the nearby A329(M) and M4 ensure convenient access to the wider motorway network. Families will also appreciate the proximity to well-regarded local schools, including The Forest School and Winnersh Primary.
For leisure, the property is ideally positioned close to Dinton Pastures Country Park, a much-loved local attraction offering lakeside walks, cycling, water sports, and adventure play areas. Winnersh also benefits from a range of shopping facilities, including a large supermarket and cinema complex, with further retail and dining options available in nearby Wokingham and Reading.
This home combines stylish modern living with practical features such as electric gated parking and underfloor heating, making it an outstanding opportunity for families seeking space, convenience, and a vibrant community.
EPC tbc.
AGENTS NOTE: In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations mandated by the government in 2019, it is obligatory for us to verify the identity of all potential buyers. We engage the assistance of a third-party entity, Lifetime Legal, who will reach out to you directly at a mutually agreed upon time for this purpose. They will require the complete name, date of birth, and current residential address of all buyers. A nominal fee of £80, inclusive of VAT, is applicable for this service (per transaction, not per individual), payable directly to Lifetime Legal. Kindly note, we are unable to provide a memorandum of sale until the verification process is concluded
Listed by
Twyford
Grapevine Estate Agents Limited
Reference: 166791164
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 15/09/2025
Expiry date: 14/09/2035
Current heating cost: £1,637/year
Potential heating cost: £1,144/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £26,800
Recommendations
- Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£900 - £1,200)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #17122220 Recent
Property Details
Street: 517 Reading Road
Town: Winnersh
Postcode: RG41 5HL
Installation Details
Items: 10 windows and 4 doors
Certificate Issued: 11/01/2026
Work Completed: 07/01/2026
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
725% since 1996
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 20/03/2026 (4 months ago) | £800,000 | +192% |
| Sold | 05/11/2007 (18 years ago) | £274,000 | +21.8% |
| Sold | 25/10/2002 (23 years ago) | £225,000 | +132% |
| Sold | 15/03/1996 (30 years ago) | £97,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 533 READING ROAD, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HJ | £930,000 | 27/06/2025 | Detached |
| 37 ALBANY PARK DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HZ | £540,000 | 29/09/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 489 READING ROAD, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HL | £422,000 | 17/04/2023 | Detached |
| 557 READING ROAD, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HJ | £855,000 | 17/03/2023 | Detached |
| 8 ALBANY PARK DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HZ | £465,000 | 30/08/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 507 READING ROAD, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HL | £499,950 | 24/06/2022 | Detached |
| 19 ALBANY PARK DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HZ | £625,000 | 05/05/2022 | Detached |
| 4 THE OLD APPLE YARD, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5RT | £707,500 | 14/03/2022 | Detached |
| WHITE COTTAGE BEARWOOD PATH, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5EY | £580,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| 21 ALBANY PARK DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HZ | £700,000 | 29/11/2021 | Detached |
| 47 ALBANY PARK DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HZ | £575,000 | 29/11/2021 | Detached |
| 16 ARBOR LANE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5JA | £550,000 | 08/10/2021 | Detached |
| 3 MILLER DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5RP | £650,000 | 15/09/2021 | Detached |
| MOUNTAIN ASH DROME PATH, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HB | £553,000 | 03/09/2021 | Detached |
| 3 ALBANY PARK DRIVE, WINNERSH, WOKINGHAM, RG41 5HZ | £540,000 | 16/08/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £460,975 (2 sales)
Area average: £636,192 (13 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Wokingham. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Wokingham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wokingham.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Arbor lane | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Bearwood Path | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Cut Price Carpets | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Cut Price Beds | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Winnersh Triangle | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Winnersh | 0.4 miles |
| Hospital | Wokingham Hospital | 2.4 miles |
| University | University of Reading - Whiteknights Campus | 2.6 miles |
| University | Dreadnought, University of Reading | 3.1 miles |
| Hospital | Broadmoor Hospital | 6.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 34 |
| Shoplifting | 8 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 6 |
| Other theft | 5 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 |
| Public order | 4 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Theft from the person | 1 |
| Total incidents | 68 |
Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forest School | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Good — 15 Sep 2021 |
| Winnersh Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 23 Jun 2016 |
| Hawkedon Primary School | Primary | 0.8 miles | Good — 10 Nov 2014 |
| Bearwood Primary School | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 24 Mar 2019 |
| Wheatfield Primary School | Primary | 0.9 miles | Good — 14 Jun 2017 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.
Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).