GL4 5JQ is a sought-after residential area on Vulcan Way, 0.4km from Hucclecote in Gloucester. Administratively it sits within Hucclecote ward and the Gloucester constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL4, GL4 5JQ offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
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 £309k, down 4.0% year-on-year. 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 GL4 5JQ are sourced from Output Area E00113372 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VULCAN WAY, GL4 5JQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VULCAN WAY, GL4 5JQ.
287
41
£ 54,500 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL4 5JQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GL4 5JQ combines high owner-occupation (82%), strong property values (£309k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 4.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL4 5JQ. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 242,000
8 sales · Mean £ 237,000
Detached
£ 342,500
6 sales · Mean £ 343,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL4 5JQ 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
Abbeymead Primary School
Dinglewell Junior School
Dinglewell Infant School
Coopers Edge School
Heron Primary School
Hillview Primary School
Barnwood Park School
Coney Hill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Aspects 20.6 km
- Turmut Hoer0.5 km
- Golden Horse0.9 km
- Indian Enroute0.9 km
- Neverland Childcare0.8 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- BMS Food and Wine0.8 km
- Hucclecote Service Station0.7 km
- Janes Pantry0.8 km
- Mace0.5 km
- Top Shop Express0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.9 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Papa Johns0.9 km
- Ruddy0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gloucester3.5 km
- Cheltenham Spa8.3 km
- Stroud11.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cox's Way0.3 km
- Cox's Way0.4 km
- Brome Road0.4 km
- Brome Road0.4 km
- Bishops Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: GL45JQ · Data under Open Government Licence