GL4 6NU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oakcroft Close, 0.5km from Matson in Gloucester. Administratively it sits within Matson, Robinswood and White City ward and the Gloucester constituency.
For families considering a move, GL4 6NU represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £244k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for GL4 6NU are sourced from Output Area E00113461 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKCROFT CLOSE, GL4 6NU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKCROFT CLOSE, GL4 6NU.
302
46
£ 39,300 /yr
60%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. GL4 6NU spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. 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 6NU. The average age is 46.0. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 244,000
1 sales · Mean £ 244,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL4 6NU has low crime rates — 38 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
Robinswood Primary Academy
Moat Primary School
Heron Primary School
Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Kings Head Inn0.5 km
- Birchall Memorial Institute Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Katherine Wheel Club0.8 km
- Ruby Cantonese1.0 km
- Abbeydale Community Centre1.0 km
- Edward House0.8 km
- Glos Sport Leisure0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jade Garden0.3 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Janes Pantry0.3 km
- Martins0.3 km
- The Matson Store0.3 km
- Upton St. Leonards Post Office0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gloucester4.0 km
- Stroud10.0 km
- Cheltenham Spa10.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wheatway0.2 km
- Wheatway0.2 km
- Corncroft Lane0.2 km
- Fern Lawn0.2 km
- Fielden0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL46NU · Data under Open Government Licence