GL5 is a postcode district in Stroud, South West, covering 1106 active and 244 retired postcodes.
The largest share of GL5 (23%) is characterised by a mature neighbourhood of self-reliant retirees, typically owner-occupied, alongside a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability (11%). This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes GL5 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in GL5 are around £342k, down 14.6% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across GL5 at 316 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 46 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full GL5 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
GL5 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the GL5 postcode area.
30,834
46
£ 44,986 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 46, GL5 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £342k. Property prices are trending down 14.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Marling School
Cleeve School
Thrupp School
The Rissington School
Mickleton Primary School
Stow-on-the-Wold Primary School
Stroud Valley Community Primary School
Uplands Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- The Laurels Guest House
- Burleigh Court Hotel
- The Bear Of Rodborough Hotel
- The Bowbridge Arms
- The Fountain Inn
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Crown & Sceptre Inn
- Old Fleece Inn
- Stroud Rugby Club
- Bell Inn
- Bisley House Bar And Grill
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
62 nearby- Cainscross Town Council
- Kitsch Coffee
- Noodle Bar
- Renishaw plc
- Aspens Services Ltd At Marling School
- + 57 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Lidl
- Aldi
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc
- Sainsbury's
- Sushi Daily
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Bengal Balti
- Best Kebab And Pizza House
- Caprinos Pizza
- Chef
- Crust Issues Pizza
- + 26 more
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- 4 Seasons Market
- Acre Street Stores
- B&T BARGAINS
- Bath Road Stores
- Boots UK Ltd
- + 36 more
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Area Profile: GL5 · Data under Open Government Licence