GL7 1LS is a safe, established residential area on Forstall Way, 0.3km from Beeches Estate in Cirencester. Administratively it sits within The Beeches ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GL7 1LS is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 35 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k, up 15.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL7 1LS are sourced from Output Area E00186447 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORSTALL WAY, GL7 1LS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORSTALL WAY, GL7 1LS.
165
35
£ 51,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL7 1LS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
GL7 1LS has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 15.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL7 1LS. The average age is 35.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 339,950
9 sales · Mean £ 368,216
Semi-Detached
£ 348,750
12 sales · Mean £ 343,500
Flat
£ 205,000
1 sales · Mean £ 205,000
Detached
£ 305,000
1 sales · Mean £ 305,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL7 1LS has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cirencester Kingshill School
Watermoor Church of England Primary School
Cirencester Primary School
Paternoster School
Powell's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Beeches Stores0.9 km
- Burford Road Filling Station - BP0.4 km
- Greggs - EG Diner0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Cirencester Town Football Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Posh Tart1.0 km
- Teatro And Barn Theatre0.9 km
- Burger King0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cirencester Travel Lodge0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kemble7.2 km
- Stroud18.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kingshill Lane0.2 km
- Pheasant Way0.3 km
- Pheasant Way0.3 km
- Kingshill Lane0.4 km
- Churchill Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: GL71LS · Data under Open Government Licence