GL7 5WJ is a sought-after residential area on Winchcombe Gardens, 0.4km from South Cerney in South Cerney. Administratively it sits within South Cerney Village ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GL7 5WJ is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £287k, down 9.5% year-on-year. 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 GL7 5WJ are sourced from Output Area E00112968 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WINCHCOMBE GARDENS, GL7 5WJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINCHCOMBE GARDENS, GL7 5WJ.
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34
£ 55,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL7 5WJ 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 5WJ has a significant social housing presence — 46% 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 down 9.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL7 5WJ. The average age is 34.1. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
5 sales · Mean £ 270,000
Terraced
£ 220,000
9 sales · Mean £ 217,944
Detached
£ 330,000
2 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL7 5WJ has low crime rates — 10 incidents 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
Ann Edwards Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Pippins0.2 km
- Mallin Bed And Breakfast0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Co-Op Food0.4 km
- One Stop (churn Valley Stores)0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Old George Inn0.5 km
- The Royal Oak0.3 km
- The Fishermans Rest0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- South Cerney Tandoori0.5 km
- The Braai House Deli0.5 km
- Cafe At Fentons0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- South Cerney Fish And Chips0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kemble6.3 km
- Swindon15.3 km
Bus Stops
- The Leaze0.1 km
- The Leaze0.1 km
- Berkeley Close0.2 km
- Berkeley Close0.2 km
- Ann Edwards Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL75WJ · Data under Open Government Licence