Barnwood Road is in Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL2 0RY is located in the Elmbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnwood Road, Gloucester, GL2 0RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL2 0RX, GL2 0SD, GL2 0SU, GL2 0SN, GL2 0SE, GL2 0PJ, GL2 0SP, GL2 0ST, GL2 0SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL2 0RY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 56.8% | 48.6% | -8.2% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 43.2% | 51.4% | 8.2% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 26.5% | 32.5% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 6.8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 9.3% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.9% | 38.9% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 34.8% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 14% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 12.1% | 6.6% | 4.0% | 8.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 25.3% | 24.1% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 11.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 27.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 1.4% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.7% | 92.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 94.7% | 89.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 6% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 89.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.5% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnwood Road was 67.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% lower than the Elmbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barnwood Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Elmbridge and the 206th highest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 221.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Barnwood Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £2,147,746 | 2018-07-02 | £2,523,993 |
| The Grange Barnwood Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £301,000 | 2001-11-30 | £865,598 |
GL2 0RY 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Horton Road , GL1 3PY | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmbridge Primary School Elmbridge Road , GL2 0PE | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Church of England Primary School Colin Road , Barnwood GL4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widden Primary School Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | 2out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Community school | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Longlevens Junior School Church Road , Longlevens GL2 0AL | 3out of 4 | 1,315 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark Road High School Denmark Road , GL1 3JN | 4out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 4out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 2,981 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 494 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Gloucester 7 Eastbrook Road , Gloucester GL4 3DB | - not rated | 1,053 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 1,454 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charnwood House Nursing Home | 49 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 69 yd | |
| Intoplay Day Nursery | 51 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 136 yd | |
| All My Friends Childcare Ltd | 87 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 230 yd | |
| The Artisan Kitchen | 85 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 230 yd | |
| Lonsdale Methodist Church | Church Hall Lonsdale Road Gloucester | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls Club Limited | Walls Sports Social Club Hammond Way Gloucester | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Fish And Chips Restaurant | Queens 67 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 201 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Northbrook Road Gloucester | 550 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 5 Gloucester Retail Park Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 791 yd | |
| Wotton Hall | Wotton Hall Club 138 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Triangle Park Triangle Way Gloucester | 692 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windfall Way WINDFALL WAY | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Elmbridge Junior School Elmbridge Road | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Redcliffe College (Closed) Wotton House Wotton House Horton Road | 610 yd | |
| Meb Sports Field (Closed) Hammond Way | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Saw Mills End SAW MILLS END | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Pure Gym (Gloucester Retail Park) UNIT 4 UNIT 4 EASTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 815 yd |
| University Of Gloucestershire (Oxstalls Campus) Oxstalls Campus Oxstalls Campus Oxstalls Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 867 yd |
| Walls Club Ltd HAMMOND WAY | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Gloucester Wotton Lawn Tennis Club Posy Lane | tennis courts | 998 yd |
| Kendal Road Baptist Church KENDAL ROAD | 1,024 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.