Postcode Analysis Cotswold, South West

THE SQUARE, GL54 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SQUARE, GL54 1BQ.

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Population

147

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 48,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL54 1BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates GL54 1BQ — age 54, 62% ownership, 33% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

GL54 1BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Square, 0.0km from Stow-on-the-Wold in Stow-on-the-Wold. Administratively it sits within Stow ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL54 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00112702 (shared with 45 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 GL54 1BQ. The average age is 54.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.2%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

GL54 1BQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour24
Violence and sexual offences19
Shoplifting8
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Stow-on-the-Wold Primary School

Good111 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • 42nd East Bakehouse0.1 km
  • Alfonso Gelateria Stow0.1 km
  • Off The Square0.0 km
  • Organic Shop0.1 km
  • Pure And Simple0.4 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Stow Lodge Hotel0.1 km
  • The Limes0.6 km
  • Number Nine0.2 km
  • The Old Stocks Inn0.1 km
  • The Sheep On Sheep Street0.1 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Kings Arms0.1 km
  • The Queens Head Inn0.1 km
  • Stow On The Wold Social Club0.2 km
  • The Bell At Stow0.3 km
  • The Stag At Stow0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Alexiou's0.0 km
  • Coach House Coffee0.0 km
  • Huffkins0.1 km
  • New England Coffee House0.0 km
  • Old Bakery Tea Rooms0.1 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Cotswold Baguettes0.1 km
  • Greedys Fish And Chip Shop0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kingham7.1 km
  • Moreton-In-Marsh7.1 km
  • Shipton11.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Library0.1 km
  • Old Post Office0.1 km
  • Old Post Office0.1 km
  • Coach Stop0.1 km
  • The Porch House0.1 km