Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
318K
Population
40 km2
Area
285 Mbps
Internet
61m
Elevation
UTC±00:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Reading is a city in United Kingdom with a population of 318K. Internet speeds average 285 Mbps download. The city has 6,744 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Northern Europe
Population
318K
Timezone
UTC±00:00
Elevation
61 m
Currency
GBP
Language
English
GPS
51.46, -0.97
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Infrastructure
6,744 points of interest mapped in Reading — 167 per km2
Tech
285 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 318,014 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
6,744 total POIs 166.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
238
Cafes
220
Bars
247
Fast Food
263
Shopping
Supermarkets
62
Convenience
232
Shopping Malls
8
Healthcare
Hospitals
9
Clinics
105
Pharmacies
54
Education
Schools
242
Universities
11
Libraries
31
Recreation
Parks
404
Playgrounds
305
Sports
227
Cinemas
6
Museums
9
Theatres
10
Transport
Bus Stops
1,429
Train Stations
20
Fuel Stations
47
Services
Banks
28
ATMs
80
Post Offices
50
Police
11
Fire Stations
9
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
285 Mbps
Download
161 Mbps
Upload
12ms
Latency
44,021
Tests
10,653
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
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A
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18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Reading known for?
Reading is a city in United Kingdom. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Reading?
Reading has an average download speed of 285 Mbps and upload speed of 161 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Reading?
The population of Reading is approximately 318K.
What infrastructure does Reading have?
Reading has 6,744 mapped points of interest, including 238 restaurants, 9 hospitals, 242 schools.
What country is Reading in?
Reading is located in United Kingdom.
