Thoresby Avenue is in Tuffley, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 0TF is located in the Grange electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thoresby Avenue, Tuffley, Gloucester, GL4 0TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 0TQ, GL2 2GH, GL4 0TH, GL4 0TG, GL4 0TD, GL2 2EF, GL4 0TE, GL2 2EG, GL2 2GG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL4 0TF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.7% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.3% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.8% | 30% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 48.5% | -8.8% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 42.6% | 31.9% | -10.7% | 48.4% | -16.5% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 46.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 13.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 17.9% | 6.9% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 21.1% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10.5% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 22.8% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 9.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 7.9% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 16.2% | -1.0% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 94.7% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.9% | 95.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thoresby Avenue was 7.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.4% lower than the Grange average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Thoresby Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Grange and the 12th lowest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Thoresby Avenue, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-07-21 | £107,786 |
| 103 Thoresby Avenue, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,500 | 2018-07-19 | £208,023 |
| 121 Thoresby Avenue, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2015-08-14 | £298,578 |
| 103 Thoresby Avenue, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2014-10-17 | £204,344 |
| 101 Thoresby Avenue, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2014-02-21 | £206,133 |
GL4 0TF 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 GL4 0TF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterwells Primary Academy Boulmer Avenue , Kingsway GL2 2FX | 2out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Primary School Valley Gardens , Kingsway GL2 2AR | 2out of 4 | 690 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harewood Infant School Harewood Close , Tuffley GL4 0SS | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harewood Junior School Harewood Close , Tuffley GL4 0SS | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willow Primary Academy Evenlode Road , Tuffley GL4 0JY | - not rated | 878 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmleigh Park High School Windsor Drive , GL4 0RT | 1out of 4 | 740 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stroud Road , Tuffley GL4 0DD | 2out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crypt School Podsmead Road , GL2 5AE | 4out of 4 | 2,063 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Severn Vale School School Lane , Quedgeley GL2 4PR | 3out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 3,011 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester and Forest Alternative Provision School Russet House , 35 Russet Close GL4 0RQ | 2out of 4 | 1,436 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 4,616 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 4,969 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Gloucester 7 Eastbrook Road , Gloucester GL4 3DB | - not rated | 5,304 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike And Musket | 39 Windsor Drive Gloucester GL4 0QH | 635 yd | |
| WRVS Luncheon Club | Tuffley Community Centre Windsor Drive Gloucester | 986 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 23 Holmleigh Parade Gloucester | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barn Owl | The Barn Owl Thatcham Avenue Kingsway Quedgeley Gloucester | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Chinese | 35 Windsor Drive Gloucester | 677 yd | |
| Pirico | Unit 1 Kingsway Local Centre Thatcham Avenue Kingsway Quedgeley Gloucester | 850 yd | |
| Dip'n Chick'n | Unit 2 Kingsway Local Centre Thatcham Avenue Kingsway Quedgeley Gloucester | 850 yd | |
| Golden Wok | Unit 3 Kingsway Local Centre Thatcham Avenue Kingsway Quedgeley Gloucester | 874 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit 19 Kingsway Local Centre Thatcham Avenue Kingsway Quedgeley Gloucester | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 11 Kingsway Local Centre Thatcham Avenue Kingsway Quedgeley Gloucester | 874 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harewood Junior School HAREWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOLS HAREWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOLS HAREWOOD CLOSE | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Tuffley Primary School EVENLODE ROAD | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Beaufort Co-Operative Academy WINDSOR DRIVE | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Beaufort Sports Centre WINDSOR DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 838 yd |
| Tuffley Community Centre WINDSOR DRIVE | 968 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 | 188.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.