Postcode Analysis Cotswold, South West

GL8 8AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GL8 8AE.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL8 8AE 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.

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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 43% social renting, GL8 8AE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

GL8 8AE is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Northfield in Tetbury. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Tetbury Town ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.

Within the GL8 district, this postcode is characterised by these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 GL8 8AE are sourced from Output Area E00112934 (shared with 8 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 GL8 8AE. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

GL8 8AE has low crime rates — 18 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 offences39
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Sir William Romney's School

Good540 pupils0.1 km
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St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School

Good358 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Lola & Co1.0 km
  • Jesse Smith0.9 km
  • Premier Hampton Stores0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Oak House1.0 km
  • The Close Hotel1.0 km
  • The Ormond At Tetbury0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Priory Inn0.7 km
  • TAYCT - The People's Pod0.9 km
  • Tetbury United Service Club Limited1.0 km
  • The Greyhound0.8 km
  • The Royal Oak0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Casa La Cucina Italiano0.9 km
  • Pizza Planet0.6 km
  • The Whistle Stop Cafe0.8 km
  • The Woolsack Kitchen At Steepleton Court0.8 km
  • Quayles0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.9 km
  • Tesco0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kemble10.1 km
  • Stroud11.6 km
  • Stonehouse13.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Sir William Romney's0.1 km
  • Upton Gardens0.1 km
  • Upton Gardens0.2 km
  • Conygar Road0.2 km
  • Coronation Road0.3 km