GL10 2BJ is a sought-after residential area on Upper Mills Trading Estate, 0.5km from Bridgend in Stonehouse (Stroud). Administratively it sits within Stonehouse ward and the Stroud constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL10, GL10 2BJ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for GL10 2BJ are sourced from Output Area E00113888 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UPPER MILLS TRADING ESTATE, GL10 2BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER MILLS TRADING ESTATE, GL10 2BJ.
342
45
£ 44,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
GL10 2BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 69% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL10 2BJ. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GL10 2BJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Park Junior School
Stonehouse Park Infant School
Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School
Maidenhill School
The Shrubberies School
King's Stanley CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Whole Hearted0.7 km
- J Broomhall Ltd0.7 km
- Stonehouse Convenience Ltd0.7 km
- Cotswold Prime Meats0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- La Campagna0.7 km
- Stroud Cricket Club0.8 km
- Zaika0.7 km
- Family Shopper / Munchies0.9 km
- Tastys0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Cotswold Marmaris Kebab & Burger0.7 km
- Pizza Planet Ltd0.7 km
- Tudor Tandoori Kitchen0.7 km
- Peking Chef0.7 km
- The Frying Machine0.5 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Grey Cottage1.0 km
- The Woolpack Inn0.7 km
- Stonehouse Court Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Globe Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stonehouse0.6 km
- Stroud4.4 km
- Cam & Dursley6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Haven Avenue0.2 km
- Downton Road0.2 km
- Haven Avenue0.2 km
- Downton Road0.2 km
- Crescent Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL102BJ · Data under Open Government Licence