Is GL4 0BD a safe place to live?

Yes, GL4 0BD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of GL4 0BD?

The population for the GL4 0BD area is approximately 328 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Gloucester, South West

GL4 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GL4 0BD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

328

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10

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8/10

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3/10

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7/10

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5/10

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5/10

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6/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

GL4 0BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL4 0BD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Tuffley in Gloucester. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Tuffley ward and the Gloucester constituency.

This is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL4 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00113582 (shared with 13 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 GL4 0BD. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%

Asian / British Asian2.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

GL4 0BD has low crime rates — 8 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 offences11

Anti-social behaviour4

Other theft3

Public order2

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

The Crypt School

Outstanding1072 pupils0.7 km

St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre

Good1521 pupils1.0 km

Ribston Hall High School

Good861 pupils1.1 km

Calton Primary School

Requires Improvement553 pupils1.1 km

The Willow Primary Academy

Inadequate160 pupils1.2 km

Grange Primary School

Requires Improvement267 pupils1.2 km

Finlay Community School

Good356 pupils1.5 km

Gloucester and Forest Alternative Provision School

Good50 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby

Esso Tuffley0.5 km
Co-op0.5 km
Janes Pantry0.8 km
MNS Superstore0.8 km
Select Convenience Bargain Booze0.8 km
+ 1 more

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Fox Elm0.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby

TCCA0.7 km
Best Friends Day Nursery0.6 km
Golden Star0.8 km
Old Cryptians Rfc0.9 km
Pine Tree Court0.2 km
+ 10 more

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Co-op0.8 km
Co-op0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gloucester3.1 km
Stroud10.4 km
Stonehouse10.4 km

Bus Stops

The Knoll Nursing Home0.1 km
The Knoll Nursing Home0.1 km
Beechwood Grove0.2 km
Flaxley Road0.4 km
Fox Elms Road0.4 km