Chosen Way is in Hucclecote, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL3 3BL is located in the Hucclecote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chosen Way, Hucclecote, Gloucester, GL3 3BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL3 3BN, GL3 3BP, GL3 3DS, GL3 3BJ, GL3 3DU, GL3 3BT, GL3 3BW, GL3 3LL, GL3 3DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL3 3BL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 49.6% | 49.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 GL3 3BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 15.4% | 24.1% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 58.2% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 6.9% | -4.9% | 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 | 31% | 29.9% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -18.5% |
| Good health | 45% | 42.4% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 20.5% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 6.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 22.3% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 12% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 15.5% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 9.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 17.2% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 21% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 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 | 95.7% | 92.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 92.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.9% | 37.2% | -8.3% |
| Christian | 67.7% | 46.2% | 21.5% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chosen Way was 24.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.7% lower than the Abbeymead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chosen Way has the 9th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Abbeymead and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 281.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Chosen Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-09-06 | £244,368 |
| 46 Chosen Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-04-25 | £252,782 |
| 32 Chosen Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2019-03-29 | £342,561 |
| 38 Chosen Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-03-17 | £258,394 |
| 46 Chosen Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2013-10-25 | £333,719 |
GL3 3BL 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 GL3 3BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillview Primary School Hillview Road , Hucclecote GL3 3LH | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Junior School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Infant School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Church of England Primary School Colin Road , Barnwood GL4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmbridge Primary School Elmbridge Road , GL2 0PE | 3out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 4out of 4 | 1,810 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,809 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchdown School Winston Road , Churchdown GL3 2RB | 3out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chosen Hill School Brookfield Road , Churchdown GL3 2PL | 3out of 4 | 3,430 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OneSchool Global UK - Gloucester 7 Eastbrook Road , Gloucester GL4 3DB | - not rated | 1,684 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 2,630 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 3,108 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 3,144 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 3,278 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Horse | 45 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 289 yd | |
| Indian Enroute | 41 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 289 yd | |
| Royal Oak Hungry Horse | 59 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 440 yd | |
| Emmaus | 201 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 566 yd | |
| Gather And Gather At Lloyds Banking | Lloyds Banking Group Barnwood 1 Barnett Way Gloucester | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruddy | 55 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 289 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 10 Silverdale Parade Hillview Road Gloucester | 363 yd | |
| The Garlic Indian | The Garlic 6 Glenville Parade Gloucester | 643 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsbury's Supermarket Barnett Way Gloucester | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 4 Hillview Road Gloucester | 395 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Barnett Way Gloucester | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| British Energy (Closed) Hucclecote Road | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Spirit Health Club (Gloucester) CREST WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 527 yd |
| King George V Playing Field Upton Close | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| The Oaks HADRIANS WAY | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Gloucester) | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 947 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 153.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.