Durand Court is in Wotton-Under-Edge and in Stroud district. GL12 7BP is located in the Wotton-under-Edge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Durand Court, Wotton-under-edge, GL12 7BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL12 7AT, GL12 7AS, GL12 7AR, GL12 7BL, GL12 7EA, GL12 7AZ, GL12 7BW, GL12 7AN, GL12 7DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL12 7BP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46% | 49% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 14.4% | 17.4% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 41.7% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 13.9% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 29.4% | 24.3% | -5.1% | 6.1% | 18.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.3% | 25.5% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -22.9% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 39.2% | 10.8% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 27% | 22.2% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 9.5% |
| Bad health | 11.4% | 9.2% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 | 47.9% | 25.9% | -22.0% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.2% | 8.8% | 3.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 10.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.1% | 12.9% | 8.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 32% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 100% | 96.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.2% | 96.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.8% | 37.2% | -10.4% |
| Christian | 65.4% | 46.2% | 19.2% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durand Court was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.7% lower than the Kingswood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durand Court has the 7th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Kingswood and the 136th lowest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Durand Court, Wotton-Under-Edge, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2000-04-18 | £125,280 |
GL12 7BP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 GL12 7BP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 63% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Coat CofE Primary School Symn Lane , GL12 7BD | 4out of 4 | 681 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The British School Wortley Road , GL12 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School Abbey Street , Kingswood GL12 8RN | 3out of 4 | 1,663 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Nibley CofE Primary School The Street , North Nibley GL11 6DL | 3out of 4 | 3,260 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charfield Primary School Wotton Road , Charfield GL12 8TG | 4out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katharine Lady Berkeley's School Kingswood Road , GL12 8RB | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Picture House Cinema | The Electric Picture House, 18A Market Street | 413 yd | |
| The Ark | 43 Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 488 yd | |
| The Wotton Coffee Shop | 31A Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 489 yd | |
| The Edge | 44 Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 505 yd | |
| Good Food Kitchen & Bar | 21C Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wotton Bowls Club | Dryleaze Bowling Green, Dryleaze | 71 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 3 - 5 Haw Street | 318 yd | |
| The Star Inn | Star Inn, 21 Market Street | 446 yd | |
| The Wine Shack At No7 | 7 Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 639 yd | |
| The Falcon Inn | The Falcon, 20 Church Street | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunters Limited | 6 Bear Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 366 yd | |
| Wotton British Takeaway | 11 High Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 378 yd | |
| Delights Pizza And Kebab House | 12A Market Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 413 yd | |
| Clarence And Co Ltd | 27 Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 488 yd | |
| The Keepers Wotton Area Community Hub | The Keepers, Symn Lane | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative | 38 Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 505 yd | |
| Tesco | 28 Long Street, Wotton-Under-Edge | 505 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wotton Pool CHIPPING CLOSE | swimming pool | 479 yd |
| Wotton Sports Centre Katherine Lady Berkeleys School Katherine Lady Berkeleys School Kingswood Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 993 yd |
| The British School WORTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,042 yd |
| Canons Court (Closed) | golf | 1,066 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 66 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.