Postcode Analysis Stroud, South West

WATLEDGE, GL6 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATLEDGE, GL6 0AY.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 48,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL6 0AY 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.

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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

GL6 0AY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £613k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 32.1% year-on-year.

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

GL6 0AY is a sought-after residential area on Watledge, 0.2km from Watledge in Nailsworth. Administratively it sits within Nailsworth ward and the Stroud constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL6, GL6 0AY offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £613k, down 32.1% 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 GL6 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00113806 (shared with 17 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 GL6 0AY. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 622,500

2 sales · Mean £ 622,500

Detached

£ 582,500

7 sales · Mean £ 627,928

Terraced

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

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

GL6 0AY has low crime rates — 18 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 behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft8
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting3

school Local Schools

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Amberley Parochial School

Good98 pupils0.9 km
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Nailsworth Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Coco Confectionery0.5 km
  • Country Quality Meats0.6 km
  • Leonard Walker (Family Butcher)0.4 km
  • Coxwold Preserve0.3 km
  • Nailsworth Filling Station0.2 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Box Village B&B0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Nailsworth Mills Bowling Club0.8 km
  • The Village Inn0.7 km
  • Halfway Cafe0.8 km
  • Nailsworth Social Club0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • The Canteen0.6 km
  • The Old Lodge Public House0.8 km
  • Hobbs House Bakery0.4 km
  • Amalfi Nailsworth Ltd0.6 km
  • Egypt Mill0.3 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Willow & Co0.7 km
  • Balti Nailsworth Bangladeshi Cuisine0.4 km
  • Chop Suey House0.6 km
  • Passage To India Restaurant0.6 km
  • Walkers0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stroud4.9 km
  • Stonehouse6.6 km
  • Cam & Dursley10.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Fair View Close0.0 km
  • Fair View Close0.0 km
  • Whip Lane0.2 km
  • Whip Lane0.2 km
  • Watledge House0.2 km