GL7 1DG is a safe, established residential area on Golden Farm Road, 0.4km from Watermoor in Cirencester. Administratively it sits within New Mills ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.
For families considering a move, GL7 1DG represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for GL7 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00112770 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOLDEN FARM ROAD, GL7 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOLDEN FARM ROAD, GL7 1DG.
328
42
£ 51,200 /yr
49%
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
GL7 1DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 GL7 1DG. The average age is 41.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL7 1DG has low crime rates — 14 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
Watermoor Church of England Primary School
Cirencester Primary School
Cirencester Kingshill School
Paternoster School
Chesterton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Beeches Stores0.5 km
- Burford Road Filling Station - BP0.9 km
- Greggs - EG Diner0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Winstones News Ltd0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cirencester Town Football Club0.6 km
- Talbot Inn0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Apsley Villa0.7 km
- The Ivy House0.8 km
- The Old Brew House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Cirencester Beefeater0.8 km
- Teatro And Barn Theatre0.7 km
- McDonalds Restaurants0.8 km
- Posh Tart0.1 km
- Tesco Cafe - Family Dining0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Cirencester Kebab And Pizza House0.8 km
- Eastern Spice0.8 km
- Hong Kong Kitchen0.8 km
- American Pizza0.8 km
- Zen0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Tesco Extra0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kemble6.5 km
- Stroud18.9 km
- Swindon19.9 km
Bus Stops
- Queen Elizabeth Road0.1 km
- Queen Elizabeth Road0.1 km
- Old Railway Footpath Bridge0.2 km
- Old Railway Footpath Bridge0.2 km
- Golden Farm Pub0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL71DG · Data under Open Government Licence