Larkspear Close is in Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL1 5LN is located in the Moreland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larkspear Close, Gloucester, GL1 5LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL1 5LF, GL1 5LR, GL1 5LD, GL1 5EU, GL4 6UB, GL1 5LB, GL1 5NG, GL4 6UD, GL4 6UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL1 5LN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 50.9% | 49.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.6% | 37.4% | 11.8% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 45.9% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 5% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 8.9% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 50.6% | 46.9% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 35.6% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.1% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 19.3% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 10.2% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 11.3% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 19.3% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 35.3% | 0.7% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 6.4% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 3.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 90.9% | 82.2% | -8.7% | 81.4% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 90.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 90.2% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.9% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 9.5% | 6.5% | 3.0% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larkspear Close was 39.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.2% lower than the Moreland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Larkspear Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Moreland and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Larkspear Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £437,000 | 2020-12-14 | £518,643 |
| 3 Larkspear Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £531,000 | 2019-09-20 | £656,955 |
| 17 Larkspear Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2017-04-28 | £771,396 |
| 4 Larkspear Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2016-11-17 | £571,463 |
| 4 Larkspear Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2015-10-27 | £577,057 |
GL1 5LN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calton Primary School Calton Road , GL1 5ET | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linden Primary School Linden Road , GL1 5HU | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tredworth Junior School Tredworth Road , GL1 4QG | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finlay Community School Finlay Road , GL4 6TR | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tredworth Infant and Nursery Academy Victory Road , Tredworth GL1 4QF | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 181 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Crypt School Podsmead Road , GL2 5AE | 4out of 4 | 848 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,675 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stroud Road , Tuffley GL4 0DD | 2out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmleigh Park High School Windsor Drive , GL4 0RT | 1out of 4 | 2,423 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester and Forest Alternative Provision School Russet House , 35 Russet Close GL4 0RQ | 2out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,136 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Gloucester 7 Eastbrook Road , Gloucester GL4 3DB | - not rated | 2,618 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School, Gloucester Pitt Street , GL1 2BG | - not rated | 2,820 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cavendish Residential Home | 301 Stroud Road Gloucester | 198 yd | |
| Old Cryptians Rfc | Tuffley Avenue Gloucester | 362 yd | |
| Widden Old Boys Rfc | 168 Tuffley Avenue Gloucester | 362 yd | |
| The Pembury | 9 Pembury Road Gloucester | 383 yd | |
| Westbourne Nursing Home | 190 Reservoir Road Gloucester | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wongs Kitchen | 106 Finlay Road Gloucester | 612 yd | |
| Firenze Pizzeria | 124 - 126 Tredworth Road Gloucester | 943 yd | |
| Trafalgar Chip Shop | Trafalgar Fish Bar 92 Tredworth Road Gloucester | 996 yd | |
| Seymour Fryer | 76 Seymour Road Gloucester | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 110 Finlay Road Gloucester | 293 yd | |
| Co-op | 117 Seymour Road Gloucester | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ribston Hall High School STROUD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 246 yd |
| Wingates Tuffley Avenue | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Parry Hall PARRY HALL PARRY HALL PARRY ROAD | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| The Oval THE OVAL | tennis courts | 673 yd |
| The Lannett Open Space KING EDWARDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 921 yd |
| Blackbridge Athletics Track PODSMEAD ROAD | athletics tracks | 935 yd |
| Crypt School PODSMEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 960 yd |
| Finlay Community School FINLAY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| One Church Gloucester THE BUTTS | 1,088 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 | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| 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 | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.