GL54 2PU is a sought-after residential area on Baines Close, 0.4km from Bourton-on-the-Water in Bourton-on-the-Water. Administratively it sits within Bourton Village ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL54, GL54 2PU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 81% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k. 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 GL54 2PU are sourced from Output Area E00112720 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAINES CLOSE, GL54 2PU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAINES CLOSE, GL54 2PU.
280
56
£ 55,000 /yr
31%
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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 81% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, GL54 2PU is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £440k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL54 2PU. The average age is 56.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 440,000
2 sales · Mean £ 440,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL54 2PU has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School
The Cotswold Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Sweet Treats & Gifts0.4 km
- The Midcounties Co-Operative0.8 km
- The Post Office - Bourton0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Broadlands Hotel0.2 km
- Chester House Hotel0.3 km
- Chestnuts Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Coombe House0.8 km
- Dial House Hotel0.4 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Bourton Rovers Football And Social Club0.5 km
- Duke Of Wellington0.3 km
- The Old New Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- A'Moore Coffee House0.6 km
- Bakery On The Water0.3 km
- Bamboo Villa Chinese Restaurant0.3 km
- Baptist Church0.4 km
- Bourton Riverside Cafe0.3 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kingham9.3 km
- Shipton11.8 km
- Moreton-In-Marsh13.0 km
Bus Stops
- Baines Close0.1 km
- Baines Close0.1 km
- Chester House Hotel0.3 km
- Chester House Hotel0.3 km
- War Memorial0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GL542PU · Data under Open Government Licence