GL3 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Chaffinch Close, 1.2km from Longlevens in Churchdown. Administratively it sits within Innsworth ward and the Tewkesbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GL3 1DQ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for GL3 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00186409 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAFFINCH CLOSE, GL3 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAFFINCH CLOSE, GL3 1DQ.
170
43
£ 47,200 /yr
44%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 55% of tenure in GL3 1DQ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL3 1DQ. The average age is 43.1. 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
£ 172,000
1 sales · Mean £ 172,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around GL3 1DQ is moderate at 51 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 Junior School
Innsworth Infant School
Longford Park Primary Academy
The Milestone School
Longlevens Junior School
Longlevens Infant School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- George's Kebab0.6 km
- ESS0.9 km
- Park Diner0.2 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- ESS - Costcutter Shop0.9 km
- Innsworth Express0.3 km
- Gurkha Sunrise Cash & Carry0.3 km
- LotusV0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Parade Fish Bar0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gloucester3.2 km
- Cheltenham Spa7.7 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury14.0 km
Bus Stops
- Falcon Close0.2 km
- Falcon Close0.2 km
- Technology Park0.2 km
- Innsworth House Farm0.2 km
- Technology Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL31DQ · Data under Open Government Licence