Pipers Grove is in Highnam, Gloucester and in Tewkesbury district. GL2 8NJ is located in the Highnam with Haw Bridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pipers Grove, Highnam, Gloucester, GL2 8NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL2 8NH, GL2 8NG, GL2 8NF, GL2 8NQ, GL2 8NB, GL2 8NL, GL2 8NE, GL2 8DJ, GL2 8NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL2 8NJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 50.7% | 53.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 46.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GL2 8NJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.4% 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 | 18.8% | 19.2% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 62.4% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 18.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 11.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (93.9%) 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 | 46.6% | 54% | 7.4% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 39.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -6.6% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| 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.
In the area around GL2 8NJ this area, 5.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 5.7% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 11% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 14.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 18.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.8% | 44.3% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 10.5% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 100% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 97.3% | 92.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 92.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 62.6% | 46.2% | 16.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pipers Grove was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.9% lower than the Highnam with Haw Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pipers Grove has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Highnam with Haw Bridge and the 5th lowest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 116.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Pipers Grove, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2023-11-16 | £378,404 |
| 15 Pipers Grove, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-06-09 | £454,669 |
| 1 Pipers Grove, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2023-04-28 | £367,591 |
| 2 Pipers Grove, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2020-11-06 | £315,625 |
| 25 Pipers Grove, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £351,200 | 2017-09-25 | £477,650 |
GL2 8NJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL2 8NJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highnam CofE Primary Academy Wetherleigh Drive , Highnam GL2 8LW | 4out of 4 | 390 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibberton Community Primary School and Early Years Orchard Rise , Tibberton GL19 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,981 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempsted Church of England Primary School St Swithun's Road , Hempsted GL2 5LH | 4out of 4 | 4,263 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churcham Primary School Churcham , GL2 8BD | 3out of 4 | 4,332 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsholm Church of England Primary School Guinea Street , GL1 3BN | 4out of 4 | 4,554 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 4,738 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartpury College Hartpury University and Hartpury College , Hartpury House GL19 3BE | - not rated | 2,940 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartmore School Gloucester Road , Hartpury GL19 3BG | - not rated | 3,661 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School, Gloucester Pitt Street , GL1 2BG | - not rated | 4,349 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 4,933 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 5,248 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Milestone School Longford Lane , GL2 9EU | 4out of 4 | 5,439 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodway Hill Golf Course | Newent Road, Highnam | 498 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highnam Playing Field | grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Highnam Court Cricket Club HIGHNAM CRICKET CLUB HIGHNAM CRICKET CLUB NEWENT ROAD | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Rodway Hill Golf Course NEWENT ROAD | golf | 798 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 | 89.5% |
| 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 | 10.5% |
| Median download speed | 28.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 33.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 33.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.