GL5 1DA is a mixed residential area on Lansdown, 0.3km from Leazes (The Leaze) in Stroud. Administratively it sits within Stroud Valley ward and the Stroud constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £317k.
Census 2021 statistics for GL5 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00113942 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LANSDOWN, GL5 1DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANSDOWN, GL5 1DA.
525
42
£ 42,800 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL5 1DA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 42, GL5 1DA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL5 1DA. The average age is 41.7. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 317,500
2 sales · Mean £ 317,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around GL5 1DA is moderate at 56 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
Uplands Community Primary School
Severn Valley School
Stroud Valley Community Primary School
St Rose's Special School
The Rosary Catholic Primary School
Rodborough Community Primary School
Callowell Primary School
Stroud High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Folly Lane Stores0.4 km
- Acre Street Stores0.4 km
- Confection Affection0.6 km
- K'N'G Convenience Ltd0.6 km
- Middle Of The Hill Community Group0.4 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
52 nearby- Cafe Bar1.0 km
- The Museum in the Park1.0 km
- Cafe Max0.7 km
- Fifteen0.7 km
- Gateway To India0.7 km
- + 47 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Golden Fleece0.5 km
- The Fountain Inn0.1 km
- The Old Nelson1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Lord John0.7 km
- Bisley House Bar And Grill0.5 km
- Cotswold Playhouse0.3 km
- Cross Hands Inn0.4 km
- Queen Victoria Inn0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.6 km
- Sushi Daily0.8 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- Tesco Superstore1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- H K Stroud Ltd/ Hong Kong House0.5 km
- KKVB Services Ltd0.8 km
- Papa Johns0.7 km
- SALT Bakehouse0.6 km
- The Goods Shed Cafe0.7 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stroud0.7 km
- Stonehouse4.8 km
- Cam & Dursley11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Brickrow0.2 km
- Brickrow0.2 km
- Libby's Drive0.3 km
- Libby's Drive0.3 km
- Springfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL51DA · Data under Open Government Licence