GL3 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Thompson Way, 1.2km from Longlevens in Churchdown. Administratively it sits within Innsworth ward and the Tewkesbury constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Average age 27 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 69% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tewkesbury.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £249k, down 7.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL3 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00114133 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THOMPSON WAY, GL3 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THOMPSON WAY, GL3 1BS.
565
27
£ 53,300 /yr
55%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
GL3 1BS has a highly multicultural community character — 48% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 7.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL3 1BS. The average age is 27.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
3 sales · Mean £ 233,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GL3 1BS has low crime rates — 15 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
Innsworth Infant School
Innsworth Junior School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Longlevens Infant School
Longlevens Junior School
Sir Thomas Rich's School
The Milestone School
Churchdown Parton Manor Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- ESS - Costcutter Shop0.7 km
- Innsworth Express0.4 km
- Rontec Pirton Corner Service Station0.8 km
- Gurkha Sunrise Cash & Carry0.4 km
- LotusV0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Hong Kong City0.7 km
- George's Kebab0.7 km
- Greyhound Inn0.7 km
- Intoplay Day Nursery0.8 km
- Spicy Kalkata Club0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Churchdown Tandoori0.9 km
- Parade Fish Bar0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gloucester3.2 km
- Cheltenham Spa7.2 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury14.1 km
Bus Stops
- Jackson Crescent0.1 km
- Jackson Crescent0.1 km
- Shearwater Grove0.2 km
- Shearwater Grove0.2 km
- Junior School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GL31BS · Data under Open Government Licence