Postcode Analysis Cotswold, South West

FOSSEWAY DRIVE, GL56 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOSSEWAY DRIVE, GL56 0DU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

234

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 48,100 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 87% owned. GL56 0DU is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £440k reflects the demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL56 0DU is a sought-after residential area on Fosseway Drive, 0.6km from Moreton-in-Marsh in Moreton-in-Marsh. Administratively it sits within Moreton West ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL56, GL56 0DU offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 57 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 87% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL56 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00112891 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL56 0DU. The average age is 56.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 440,000

1 sales · Mean £ 440,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

GL56 0DU has low crime rates — 20 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.

Violence and sexual offences20
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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St David's Church of England Primary School

Good285 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Caravan Club Site0.7 km
  • David Moore Family Butcher - Fosseway Garden Centre0.3 km
  • Moreton In Marsh Royal Charter Market0.7 km
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Cotswold Cheese Co0.6 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Acacia Guesthouse0.7 km
  • Manor House Hotel0.4 km
  • Redesdale Arms Hotel0.5 km
  • The White Hart Royal Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Inn On The Marsh0.3 km
  • Moreton In Marsh Cricket Club0.9 km
  • Moreton In Marsh Womens Institute0.7 km
  • Swan Inn0.4 km
  • The Bell Inn0.6 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Grouch Coffee0.7 km
  • Hobson And Zar0.9 km
  • Locojo's Restaurant0.6 km
  • Martha's Coffee House0.6 km
  • Raj Mahal Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mermaid Fish Bar0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moreton-In-Marsh0.8 km
  • Kingham10.5 km
  • Shipton15.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Fosseway Drive School stop0.1 km
  • Fosseway Drive School stop0.1 km
  • Redesdale Place0.2 km
  • Redesdale Place0.2 km
  • Keble Road School stop0.2 km