GL56 0DX is a sought-after residential area on Fosseway Close, 0.5km from Moreton-in-Marsh in Moreton-in-Marsh. Administratively it sits within Moreton West ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.
For serious buyers, GL56 0DX is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k.
Census 2021 statistics for GL56 0DX are sourced from Output Area E00112891 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOSSEWAY CLOSE, GL56 0DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOSSEWAY CLOSE, GL56 0DX.
234
57
£ 48,100 /yr
43%
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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 87% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, GL56 0DX is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £490k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL56 0DX. The average age is 56.6. 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
Detached
£ 452,475
2 sales · Mean £ 452,475
Semi-Detached
£ 475,000
1 sales · Mean £ 475,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL56 0DX has low crime rates — 20 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
St David's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Caravan Club Site0.7 km
- David Moore Family Butcher - Fosseway Garden Centre0.3 km
- Otis & Belle1.0 km
- Moreton In Marsh Royal Charter Market0.7 km
- Aldi0.3 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Acacia Guesthouse0.7 km
- Manor House Hotel0.4 km
- Redesdale Arms Hotel0.5 km
- The White Hart Royal Hotel0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Inn On The Marsh0.3 km
- Moreton In Marsh Cricket Club0.9 km
- Moreton In Marsh Womens Institute0.6 km
- Swan Inn0.4 km
- The Bell Inn0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Grouch Coffee0.6 km
- Hobson And Zar0.9 km
- Locojo's Restaurant0.5 km
- Martha's Coffee House0.6 km
- Raj Mahal Restaurant0.4 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mermaid Fish Bar0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Moreton-In-Marsh0.8 km
- Kingham10.5 km
- Shipton15.3 km
Bus Stops
- Fosseway Drive School stop0.1 km
- Fosseway Drive School stop0.1 km
- Keble Road School stop0.2 km
- Keble Road School stop0.2 km
- Redesdale Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL560DX · Data under Open Government Licence