Paygrove Lane is in Longlevens, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL2 0BQ is located in the Longlevens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paygrove Lane, Longlevens, Gloucester, GL2 0BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL2 0DR, GL2 0ED, GL2 0BE, GL2 0BL, GL2 0DN, GL2 0BG, GL2 0DP, GL2 0EF, GL2 0AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL2 0BQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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% | 49.5% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.5% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GL2 0BQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.5% | 26.3% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 63.4% | 6.6% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 4.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53% | 50.9% | -2.1% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 32% | 35.4% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 10.4% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 14% | 13.4% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 10.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 16.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 14.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 36.6% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 8.5% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 5.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 95% | 88.3% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 93.5% | 89.3% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 89.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 7.9% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paygrove Lane was 6.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.4% lower than the Longlevens average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Paygrove Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Longlevens and the 11th lowest crime rate of 407 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Paygrove Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-03-11 | £302,365 |
| 87 Paygrove Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-01-21 | £277,846 |
| 65 Paygrove Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £339,950 | 2024-08-02 | £352,655 |
| 121 Paygrove Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-03-06 | £357,006 |
| 57 Paygrove Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-08-21 | £322,890 |
GL2 0BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longlevens Infant School Paygrove Lane , Longlevens GL2 0AX | 3out of 4 | 509 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longlevens Junior School Church Road , Longlevens GL2 0AL | 3out of 4 | 569 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Innsworth Junior School Rookery Road , Innsworth GL3 1AX | 3out of 4 | 659 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Innsworth Infant School Luke Lane , Innsworth GL3 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park Primary Academy Clock Tower Road , Longford GL2 9FP | 3out of 4 | 1,450 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longlevens School Paygrove Lane , Longlevens GL2 0AY | - not rated | 557 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | - not rated | 868 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Oxstalls Community School Estcourt Close , GL1 3LR | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops' College Estcourt Close , GL1 3LR | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire College Llanthony Road , GL2 5JQ | - not rated | 4,079 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawthorns School Longford Lane , GL2 9EU | - not rated | 853 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford School Longford Lane , GL2 9EY | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chamwell School Longford Lane , GL2 9EY | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milestone School Longford Lane , GL2 9EU | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milestone School Longford Lane , GL2 9EU | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lambs Day Nursery | Paygrove Lane Gloucester GL2 0AY | 232 yd | |
| Little Lambs (Longlevens) Ltd | Little Lambs Nursery Paygrove Lane Gloucester | 234 yd | |
| George's Kebab | Layby Top Of Innsworth Lane Gloucester | 394 yd | |
| Greyhound Inn | Greyhound Gardens Gloucester | 415 yd | |
| Hong Kong City | Greyhound Gardens Gloucester GL2 0XP | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| House Of Grillz | Unit B Greyhound Gardens Gloucester | 415 yd | |
| Ruddy | 10 Old Cheltenham Road Gloucester | 613 yd | |
| Subway - Longlevens | 131 Cheltenham Road Gloucester | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 2 - 4 Old Cheltenham Road Gloucester | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longlevens Infant School PAYGROVE LANE | grass pitches | 505 yd |
| Rear Of Levens Close (Closed) Leven Close | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Kendal Road Baptist Church KENDAL ROAD | 904 yd | |
| Sir Thomas Rich'S Sports Centre OAKLEAZE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 926 yd |
| Longlevens Recreation Ground Longford Lane | grass pitches | 931 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 196.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.