GL4 0AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Birchwood Fields, 0.5km from Tuffley in Gloucester. Administratively it sits within Tuffley ward and the Gloucester constituency.
For families considering a move, GL4 0AP represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £252k.
Census 2021 statistics for GL4 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00113584 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRCHWOOD FIELDS, GL4 0AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHWOOD FIELDS, GL4 0AP.
268
53
£ 42,600 /yr
50%
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
No single demographic signal dominates GL4 0AP — age 53, 88% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL4 0AP. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 232,000
10 sales · Mean £ 239,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL4 0AP has low crime rates — 17 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
The Crypt School
Grange Primary School
St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre
Calton Primary School
Ribston Hall High School
Gloucester and Forest Alternative Provision School
The Willow Primary Academy
Harewood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Esso Tuffley0.6 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Janes Pantry0.6 km
- MNS Superstore0.6 km
- Select Convenience Bargain Booze0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Fox Elm0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- TCCA0.6 km
- Tuffley Rovers F C Social Club0.8 km
- Best Friends Day Nursery0.3 km
- Golden Star0.6 km
- Old Cryptians Rfc0.8 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Co-op0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Gloucester Grill Podsmead0.8 km
- Rys Fry Ltd0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gloucester3.2 km
- Stonehouse10.4 km
- Stroud10.5 km
Bus Stops
- Beechwood Grove0.2 km
- Flaxley Road0.2 km
- The Knoll Nursing Home0.3 km
- The Knoll Nursing Home0.3 km
- Randwick Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GL40AP · Data under Open Government Licence