Jordans Way is in Longford, Gloucester and in Tewkesbury district. GL2 9AJ is located in the Innsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jordans Way, Longford, Gloucester, GL2 9AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL2 9AL, GL2 9AE, GL2 9AN, GL2 9AW, GL2 9BH, GL2 9AX, GL2 9EP, GL2 9AR, GL2 9EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL2 9AJ is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 46.8% | 46.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 53.2% | 53.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 9AJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.4% 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 | 48.2% | 56.4% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28% | 27.7% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 17.1% | 11.2% | -5.9% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 50.5% | 47.7% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 42.6% | 39.4% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 4.6% | 10.1% | 5.5% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -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 | 8.8% | 14.4% | 5.6% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 11.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 16.5% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 4.3% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 22.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 27.7% | -6.0% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 94.9% | 90% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 84.4% 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 | 90.7% | 84.4% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 8.7% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 83.3% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.3% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.9% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Hindu | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 12.4% | 6.0% | 6.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jordans Way was 102.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.7% higher than the Highnam with Haw Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jordans Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Highnam with Haw Bridge and the 56th highest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jordans Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2018-03-09 | £316,213 |
| 4 Jordans Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2016-03-31 | £229,790 |
| 6 Jordans Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2014-11-28 | £259,643 |
| 10 Jordans Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £136,500 | 2013-12-13 | £242,768 |
| 3 Jordans Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2011-05-12 | £224,380 |
GL2 9AJ 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 | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longford Park Primary Academy Clock Tower Road , Longford GL2 9FP | - not rated | 562 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsholm Church of England Primary School Guinea Street , GL1 3BN | 4out of 4 | 1,548 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longlevens Junior School Church Road , Longlevens GL2 0AL | 3out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Innsworth Junior School Rookery Road , Innsworth GL3 1AX | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Horton Road , GL1 3PY | 3out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,243 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 4out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | 3out of 4 | 3,733 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchdown School Winston Road , Churchdown GL3 2RB | 3out of 4 | 4,329 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 4,515 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Milestone School Longford Lane , GL2 9EU | 4out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School, Gloucester Pitt Street , GL1 2BG | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 1,959 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,598 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head | 84 Tewkesbury Road, Longford | 314 yd | |
| GHE Philips (Fabrics) Ltd T/a Janes Pantry | Unit 4A, Longford Local Centre West | 386 yd | |
| Longford Inn | 55 Tewkesbury Road Gloucester | 450 yd | |
| Redlands Acre | 35 Tewkesbury Road Gloucester | 536 yd | |
| Winfield Hospital Dean Neurological Centre | Tewkesbury Road Gloucester GL2 9EE | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gala Club | Fairmile Gardens Gloucester | 457 yd | |
| Sweet Success At Redwood Educational Centre | Great Western Road Gloucester | 863 yd | |
| Gloucester Farmers Club Ltd | Agriculture House Greville Close Gloucester | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Unit 1 Longford Lane, Longford | 313 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longford Lane Playing Field LONGFORD VILLAGE HALL LONGFORD VILLAGE HALL LONGFORD LANE | grass pitches | 175 yd |
| Plock Court STEVANS CLOSE | grass pitches | 294 yd |
| Gala Wilton Football Club FAIRMILE GARDENS | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Oxstalls Sports Park PLOCK COURT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 541 yd |
| The Milestone School MILESTONE SCHOOL MILESTONE SCHOOL LONGFORD LANE | 787 yd | |
| Gloucester Academy (Closed) Estcourt Road | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Longlevens Recreation Ground Longford Lane | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Gloucester Civil Service Club (Closed) Estcourt Road | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,000 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.