GL5 1DG is a safe, established residential area on Hollow Lane, 0.1km from The Leaze (Leazes) in Stroud. Administratively it sits within Stroud Slade ward and the Stroud constituency.
For families considering a move, GL5 1DG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for GL5 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00113867 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLOW LANE, GL5 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLOW LANE, GL5 1DG.
346
41
£ 42,800 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL5 1DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. GL5 1DG spans multiple life stages — average age 41, 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 GL5 1DG. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around GL5 1DG is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Stroud Valley Community Primary School
Severn Valley School
Uplands Community Primary School
The Rosary Catholic Primary School
St Rose's Special School
Rodborough Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Folly Lane Stores0.8 km
- Acre Street Stores0.3 km
- Confection Affection0.6 km
- K'N'G Convenience Ltd0.6 km
- Middle Of The Hill Community Group0.1 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Golden Fleece0.4 km
- The Fountain Inn0.5 km
- The Bowbridge Arms0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Lord John0.7 km
- Bisley House Bar And Grill0.1 km
- Cotswold Playhouse0.1 km
- Cross Hands Inn0.2 km
- Queen Victoria Inn0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
49 nearby- Cafe Max0.7 km
- Fifteen0.7 km
- Gateway To India0.7 km
- Karibu0.4 km
- No. 270.5 km
- + 44 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.5 km
- Sushi Daily0.5 km
- Waitrose0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- H K Stroud Ltd/ Hong Kong House0.4 km
- KKVB Services Ltd0.5 km
- Papa Johns0.6 km
- SALT Bakehouse0.5 km
- The Goods Shed Cafe0.7 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stroud0.7 km
- Stonehouse4.9 km
- Cam & Dursley11.3 km
Bus Stops
- Cross Hands Inn0.1 km
- Cross Hands Inn0.1 km
- Cross Hands Inn0.1 km
- General Hospital0.1 km
- Cross Hands Inn0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GL51DG · Data under Open Government Licence