GL4 0AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Birchwood Fields, 0.5km from Tuffley in Gloucester. Administratively it sits within Tuffley ward and the Gloucester constituency.
For families considering a move, GL4 0AN represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for GL4 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00113584 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRCHWOOD FIELDS, GL4 0AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHWOOD FIELDS, GL4 0AN.
268
53
£ 42,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
GL4 0AN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL4 0AN. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL4 0AN has low crime rates — 19 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
The Crypt School
Grange Primary School
St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre
Gloucester and Forest Alternative Provision School
The Willow Primary Academy
Calton Primary School
Ribston Hall High School
Harewood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Candeee Box1.0 km
- Esso Tuffley0.6 km
- Holmleigh Fruit and Veg1.0 km
- One Stop1.0 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Fox Elm0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- TCCA0.5 km
- Bombay Mix1.0 km
- Tuffley Rovers F C Social Club0.8 km
- Best Friends Day Nursery0.3 km
- Golden Star0.5 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Manuels Finest1.0 km
- Gloucester Grill Podsmead0.8 km
- Rys Fry Ltd0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.5 km
- Co-op1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gloucester3.2 km
- Stonehouse10.3 km
- Stroud10.5 km
Bus Stops
- Flaxley Road0.2 km
- Beechwood Grove0.2 km
- Randwick Road0.3 km
- Campden Road0.3 km
- Campden Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GL40AN · Data under Open Government Licence