Church Lane is in Moreton Valence, Gloucester and in Stroud district. GL2 7NB is located in the Hardwicke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Moreton Valence, Gloucester, GL2 7NB 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 7NB is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population 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 | 47% | 46.4% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 53% | 53.6% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 7NB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 17.6% | 25% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 56.3% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 10.4% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 7.6% | 3.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 42.2% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 39.2% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.4% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 22.1% | 18.1% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 11.8% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.4% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21.4% | 11.1% | -10.3% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 38.9% | 14.5% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.4% | 94% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 4.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 94% | 95.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 95.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 102.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.2% higher than the Berkeley Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Berkeley Vale and the 57th highest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 Cider Barn Church Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £1,020,000 | 2025-08-21 | £1,037,239 |
| Rose Cottage Church Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2007-03-16 | £414,545 |
| The Cider Barn Church Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2005-02-25 | £999,983 |
| Rose Cottage Church Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2003-09-12 | £367,485 |
| Rose Cottage Church Lane, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2002-10-11 | £344,375 |
GL2 7NB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GL2 7NB 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 | 39 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School School Lane , Whitminster GL2 7PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakefield CofE Primary School Lake Lane , Frampton-on-Severn GL2 7HG | 3out of 4 | 3,418 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longney Church of England Primary Academy Chatter Street , Longney GL2 3SL | 3out of 4 | 3,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oldbury Primary Academy Veterans Way , Great Oldbury GL10 3WH | - not rated | 3,843 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haresfield Church of England Primary School Haresfield , GL10 3EF | 3out of 4 | 3,945 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maidenhill School Kings Road , GL10 2HA | 3out of 4 | 5,132 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Severn Vale School School Lane , Quedgeley GL2 4PR | 3out of 4 | 5,300 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Morris College Chipmans Platt , Eastington GL10 3SH | - not rated | 3,822 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shrubberies School Oldends Lane , GL10 2DG | 3out of 4 | 5,022 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 78.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 15.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 15.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 21.1% |
| Median download speed | 4.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 150.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.