Postcode Analysis Cotswold, South West

CHESTNUT CLOSE, GL7 5RA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT CLOSE, GL7 5RA.

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

267

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 51,800 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL7 5RA 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates GL7 5RA — age 54, 83% ownership, 13% 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

GL7 5RA is a sought-after residential area on Chestnut Close, 0.4km from Down Ampney in Down Ampney. Administratively it sits within The Ampneys & Hampton ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL7 5RA are sourced from Output Area E00168929 (shared with 11 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 GL7 5RA. The average age is 54.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

GL7 5RA has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Down Ampney Church of England Primary School

Good41 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Village Shop - Down Ampney0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Down Ampney Football Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kemble11.2 km
  • Swindon13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Memorial School stop0.2 km
  • Memorial School stop0.2 km
  • Primary School0.4 km
  • Primary School0.4 km