How much does microchipping cost in Reading?
The benchmark calculated 11 Sept 2026 for Microchip Implantation in Reading (any pet) has a median listed price of £20.35, based on 14 quality-checked published prices. The local benchmark ranges from £19 to £42.
- Median
- £20.35
- Sample: Any pet
- 14 prices
- Range
- £19 to £42
- Latest benchmark observation
- May 2026
- Vs UK
- -26.0%
Source: Reading source-backed practice prices. Methodology
Cite thishttps://comparevetpricing.co.uk/prices/microchipping/reading#answer
Local benchmark
The table separates species where the source data does. Medians use quality-checked observations only; from-prices are counted but excluded from medians unless converted into comparable values.
Computed 11 Sept 2026
| Benchmark | Median | Range | Comparable prices | Versus UK median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any pet | £20.35 | £19 to £42 | 14 | 26.0% below |
| Dog | £34 | £32 to £36 | 2 | 13.3% above |
| Cat | £32 | £32 to £32 | 1 | 10.3% above |
Published practice prices in Reading
The prices below are current publishable prices for this procedure in the local dataset. Confirm the latest amount, inclusions, and clinical suitability with the practice before booking.
Practices are ranked by published source-backed price for this procedure. No practice pays to appear higher in this list.
| Practice | Pet | Weight / comparability | Price | Ownership | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vet's Klinic Reading Unit 9, Base 329, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4AZ | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £19-£24Minimum online to standard price range. Official Vet?s Klinic Reading services and pricing page. ranges combine standard price and minimum online price where both are shown. Worker 27 removed rabbit rows because guarded importer rejects rabbit for these procedure codes | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Harrison Family Vets Unit 3, The Point, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1BE | Any pet | Not statedHigh comparability | £20from price | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 2 May 2026Report issue |
| Valley Veterinary Group The Veterinary Surgery, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1AA | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Valley Veterinary Group Tutts Clump, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 6JU | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Valley Veterinary Group The Veterinary Surgery, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 7JQ | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Active Vetcare - Oakley 65 Oakley Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 7RN | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20.35Official branch pricing page. prices include VAT. Pricing information current as of 1 April 2026 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 29 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Active Vetcare - Sonning Common 2c Green Lane, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 9NA | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20.35Official branch pricing page. prices include VAT. Pricing information current as of 1 April 2026 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 29 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Active Vetcare - Woodley (Beechwood Veterinary Centre) 35 Beechwood Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 3DE | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20.35Official branch pricing page. prices include VAT. Pricing information current as of 1 April 2026 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 29 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Burghfield Veterinary Surgery 1 Tarragon Way, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 3YU | Any pet | Not statedHigh comparability | £20.35 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 29 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Goring Veterinary Centre Thames Court, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 9AR | Any pet | Not statedHigh comparability | £20.35 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 29 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Tilehurst Veterinary Centre 19 School Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5AR | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £20.35Official branch pricing page. prices include VAT. Pricing information current as of 1 April 2026 | cvs | Practice website | Current: checked 29 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Tilehurst Vets4Pets Ltd Inside Pets at Home, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 1PR | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £32Exact Vets4Pets Tilehurst branch page. standard practice prices only | vets4pets | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Tilehurst Vets4Pets Ltd Inside Pets at Home, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 1PR | Dog | Not statedMedium comparability | £32Official branch price page. all prices include VAT and are subject to change where stated. Worker 27 removed rabbit rows because guarded importer rejects rabbit for these procedure codes | vets4pets | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Tilehurst Vets4Pets Ltd Inside Pets at Home, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 1PR | Cat | Not statedMedium comparability | £32from price Official branch price page. all prices include VAT and are subject to change where stated. Worker 27 removed rabbit rows because guarded importer rejects rabbit for these procedure codes | vets4pets | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Companion Care (Reading) Ltd T/A Vets4Pets Inside Pets at Home, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 0HS | Dog | Not statedMedium comparability | £36Exact Vets4Pets Reading branch page for Companion Care (Reading) Ltd T/A Vets4Pets. standard practice prices only | vets4pets | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| The Veterinary Centre T/As Henley Vets Limited Twycombe Lodge, Reading, Berkshire, RG10 9JA | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £38 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
| Castle Vets Pet Healthcare Limited 1 Tilehurst Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7TW | Any pet | Not statedMedium comparability | £42Exact Castle Vets Reading price list. standard prices only, not Pet Health Club discounts. Page states prices effective from December 2025 | Ownership not clearly disclosed | Practice website | Current: checked 28 Apr 2026Report issue |
Reading context
The national benchmark median for microchipping (any pet) is £27.5. The Reading benchmark is 26.0% below versus that national median.
Microchipping is usually highly comparable, but confirm whether database registration is included.
Before booking
- Does the price include implanting the chip and initial database registration?A chip price is useful only when its registration scope is clear.
- Is a separate consultation fee required?Some listings price the item alone while others bundle an appointment.
- Is the displayed amount conditional on another service or plan?Primary tariffs can discount microchipping when bought with vaccination.
- Use the full Reading city page for wider local comparison.
Price-scope evidence: CMA 2026 price-list comparison definitions; Uckfield Vets price list (January 2026).