Gimson Close is in Tuffley, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 0YQ is located in the Tuffley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gimson Close, Tuffley, Gloucester, GL4 0YQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 0YH, GL4 0YL, GL4 0YJ, GL4 0YA, GL4 0HW, GL4 0YF, GL4 0YG, GL4 0YE, GL4 0PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL4 0YQ 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 | 51.4% | 51.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.3% | -0.3% | 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 | 24.7% | 28.8% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 38.2% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 14.2% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 17.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 11.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.2% | 28.3% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -20.1% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.3% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 21.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 11.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 GL4 0YQ this area, 41% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 41% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 22.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 9.9% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 11.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 20.8% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96% | 96.2% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 94.9% | 96.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 96.6% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 30% | 13.5% | 16.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gimson Close was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.6% lower than the Tuffley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gimson Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Tuffley and the 102nd lowest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Gimson Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2022-09-08 | £215,496 |
| 20 Gimson Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-09-02 | £308,062 |
| 4 Gimson Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-08-23 | £329,498 |
| 3 Gimson Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-12-19 | £237,688 |
| 4 Gimson Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2019-07-12 | £311,913 |
GL4 0YQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL4 0YQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Willow Primary Academy Evenlode Road , Tuffley GL4 0JY | - not rated | 549 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harewood Infant School Harewood Close , Tuffley GL4 0SS | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harewood Junior School Harewood Close , Tuffley GL4 0SS | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Primary School Holmleigh Road , Tuffley GL4 0RW | 1out of 4 | 745 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Primary School Valley Gardens , Kingsway GL2 2AR | 2out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stroud Road , Tuffley GL4 0DD | 2out of 4 | 595 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmleigh Park High School Windsor Drive , GL4 0RT | 1out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crypt School Podsmead Road , GL2 5AE | 4out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 2,013 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Severn Vale School School Lane , Quedgeley GL2 4PR | 3out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 929 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 3,617 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 3,975 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Gloucester 7 Eastbrook Road , Gloucester GL4 3DB | - not rated | 4,317 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School, Gloucester Pitt Street , GL1 2BG | - not rated | 4,576 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCCA FFF | Tuffley Community Centre Seventh Avenue Gloucester | 241 yd | |
| Golden Star | 18 Seventh Avenue Gloucester | 242 yd | |
| Best Friends Day Nursery | 28 Tuffley Lane Gloucester | 501 yd | |
| Pike And Musket | 39 Windsor Drive Gloucester GL4 0QH | 543 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 23 Holmleigh Parade Gloucester | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Elm | Fox And Elm 385 Stroud Road Gloucester | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Chinese | 35 Windsor Drive Gloucester | 585 yd | |
| Manuels Finest | 15 Holmleigh Parade Gloucester | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 12-14 Seventh Avenue Gloucester | 242 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Randwick Road Park Randwick Road | grass pitches | 240 yd |
| Tuffley Primary School EVENLODE ROAD | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| St Peters Roman Catholic High School STROUD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 552 yd |
| Grange Baptist Church 16A 16A GRANGE ROAD | 697 yd | |
| Tuffley Community Centre WINDSOR DRIVE | 759 yd | |
| Harewood Junior School HAREWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOLS HAREWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOLS HAREWOOD CLOSE | grass pitches | 815 yd |
| Grange Primary School HOLMLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Beaufort Co-Operative Academy WINDSOR DRIVE | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Beaufort Sports Centre WINDSOR DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 894 yd |
| Murray Hall MURRAY HALL MURRAY HALL TUFFLEY LANE | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.