Great William Street is in Stratford-Upon-Avon and in Stratford-On-Avon district. CV37 6RY is located in the Stratford Welcombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stratford-on-Avon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Great William Street, Stratford-upon-avon, CV37 6RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV37 6SA, CV37 6RT, CV37 6QZ, CV37 6RS, CV37 6RB, CV37 6TY, CV37 6RZ, CV37 6RE, CV37 6RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CV37 6RY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CV37 6RY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.3% | 42.9% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 30% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -14.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 14.6% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 45.1% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 39.5% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 11.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 16.5% | 5.2% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 4% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 10% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 14.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.6% | 43.4% | -0.2% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 7.6% | 3.0% | 2.8% | 4.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| White | 96.3% | 92.1% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 76.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.6% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 14.3% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 76.3% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 8.6% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 8.6% | 6.2% | 2.2% | 6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 4.1% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Great William Street was 60.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% lower than the Stratford Avenue average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Great William Street has the 17th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Stratford Avenue and the 144th highest crime rate of 420 local areas in Stratford-on-Avon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Great William Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-03-31 | £259,499 |
| 21 Great William Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £354,000 | 2024-11-08 | £367,111 |
| 12 Great William Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £312,200 | 2024-11-01 | £323,763 |
| 10 Great William Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,550 | 2022-09-26 | £294,358 |
| 50 Great William Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-03-10 | £436,027 |
CV37 6RY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CV37 6RY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Avenue Road , CV37 6UZ | 3out of 4 | 339 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratford-Upon-Avon Primary School Broad Street , CV37 6HN | 4out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Jolyffe Primary School Clopton Road , CV37 6TE | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School The Willows North , CV37 9QN | 2out of 4 | 896 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgetown Primary School Byron Road , CV37 7JP | 3out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI School Chapel Lane , CV37 6BE | 4out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stratford Upon Avon School Alcester Road , CV37 9DH | 3out of 4 | 879 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratford Girls' Grammar School Shottery Manor , CV37 9HA | 4out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Preparatory School Church House , Old Town CV37 6BG | - not rated | 761 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Welcombe Hills School Blue Cap Road , CV37 6TQ | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Croft Preparatory School Alveston Hill , Loxley Road CV37 7RL | - not rated | 3,433 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No.1 Shakespeare Street | 1A Shakespeare Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 115 yd | |
| The Cork And Tile Portuguese | 41 Guild Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 159 yd | |
| The Food Of Love | 37 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 160 yd | |
| Bensons | 40 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 160 yd | |
| Box Brownie | 20 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 160 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford-Upon-Avon Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Great William Street | 1 yd | |
| One Elm | The One Elm, Guild Street | 73 yd | |
| The Old Thatch Tavern | Greenhill Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 327 yd | |
| The Encore | 1 Bridge Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 349 yd | |
| The Stratford Alehouse | 12B Greenhill Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornish Bakery | 4A Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 206 yd | |
| Subway | 10 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 206 yd | |
| China Kitchen | 29 Meer Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 210 yd | |
| Stratford Kebab House | 16 Meer Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 210 yd | |
| Munchies For Lunches | 31 Meer Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks And Spencer Plc | Marks And Spencer PLC, 29 Bridge Street | 298 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 8 - 9 Bridge Street, Stratford-upon-Avon | 349 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Unit 1, Maybrook Industrial Estate | 743 yd | |
| Morrison Supermarkets | Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC, Morrisons | 840 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer Simply Foods Ltd | Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Unit H | 844 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Healthworks Fitness Studio WESTERN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 361 yd |
| Club Moativation (Stratford-Upon-Avon) BRIDGEFOOT | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 542 yd |
| Stratford Leisure Centre BRIDGEWAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 549 yd |
| King Edward Vi School CHURCH STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 586 yd |
| The Willows Fitness Studio (Closed) The Willows North | health and fitness suite | 858 yd |
| Royal Mail Delivery Offices STRATFORD UPON AVON DELIVERY OFFICE STRATFORD UPON AVON DELIVERY OFFICE MAYBROOK ROAD | 884 yd | |
| Stratford Upon Avon Sports Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND SWANS NEST LANE | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 924 yd |
| Vital Health & Wellbeing (Alveston Manor) ALVESTON MANOR HOTEL ALVESTON MANOR HOTEL BANBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 943 yd |
| The Willows Cofe Primary School THE WILLOWS NORTH | grass pitches, swimming pool | 980 yd |
| Welcombe Hills School WELCOME HILLS SCHOOL WELCOME HILLS SCHOOL BLUE CAP ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 994 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 62.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.