Empire Way is in Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL2 6HY is located in the Podsmead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Empire Way, Gloucester, GL2 6HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL2 6HY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 55.1% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 44.9% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 GL2 6HY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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 | 41.4% | 47.1% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 33.5% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 11.8% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5.3% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 37.5% | 41.7% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 30.5% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 18.7% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.6% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
In the area around GL2 6HY this area, 33.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 33.8% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 12.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.2% | 13.8% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.9% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.8% |
| Other Black | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 6.2% | 5.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 5.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 83.5% | 79.4% | -4.1% | 81.4% | -2.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 96.6% | 92.5% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 76.7% | -17.8% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 36.8% | 13.5% | 23.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.8% | 37.2% | 15.6% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Empire Way was 80.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.0% lower than the Moreland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Empire Way has the 25th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Moreland and the 154th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 Centurion Industrial Estate Empire Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-07-08 | £455,906 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempsted Church of England Primary School St Swithun's Road , Hempsted GL2 5LH | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Junior School Holmleigh Road , Tuffley GL4 0RN | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Primary Academy Holmleigh Road , Tuffley GL4 0RW | - not rated | 1,180 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Primary School Holmleigh Road , Tuffley GL4 0RW | - not rated | 1,180 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linden Primary School Linden Road , GL1 5HU | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crypt School Podsmead Road , GL2 5AE | 4out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crypt School Podsmead , GL2 5AE | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Linden Secondary School Linden Road , GL1 5HU | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | - not rated | 1,423 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire College Llanthony Road , GL2 5JQ | - not rated | 2,161 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Altus School Russet House , 35 Russet Close GL4 0RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 2,623 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucestershire Reintegration Service Shire Hall , Westgate Street GL1 2TP | - not rated | 2,836 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,862 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Selwyn School Matson House , Matson GL4 6DY | - not rated | 3,084 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Mug | 261 Bristol Road Gloucester | 78 yd | |
| Jelly Bears Day Nursery | 239A Bristol Road Gloucester | 567 yd | |
| Butterfly Coffee Shop | 15A Scott Avenue Gloucester | 669 yd | |
| Cygnet Health | 155 Podsmead Road Gloucester | 670 yd | |
| Branksome House | 26 Tuffley Avenue Gloucester | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A M Fen & Co | Podsmead Community Centre 62 Milton Avenue Gloucester | 367 yd | |
| The Avenue | The Avenue 227 Bristol Road Gloucester | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Grill Podsmead | 21 Scott Avenue Gloucester | 669 yd | |
| Rys Fry LTD | 21A Scott Avenue Gloucester | 669 yd | |
| Sunny Garden | 232 Bristol Road Gloucester | 914 yd | |
| Good Wok | 224 Bristol Road Gloucester | 914 yd | |
| Linden Pizzeria Ltd | 220 Bristol Road Gloucester | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 250 Bristol Road Gloucester | 574 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym Gloucester BRISTOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 443 yd |
| Glevum Park LOWER TUFFLEY LANE | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Blackbridge Athletics Track PODSMEAD ROAD | athletics tracks | 787 yd |
| Hempsted Recreation Ground SOREN LARSEN WAY | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Murray Hall MURRAY HALL MURRAY HALL TUFFLEY LANE | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Wingates Tuffley Avenue | grass pitches | 992 yd |
| Crypt School PODSMEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,014 yd |
| The Oval THE OVAL | tennis courts | 1,079 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.