Barnwood Road is in Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 3JU is located in the Barnwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnwood Road, Gloucester, GL4 3JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 3JF, GL4 3HN, GL4 3LE, GL4 3HW, GL4 3HZ, GL4 3RR, GL4 3JA, GL4 3HL, GL4 3JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL4 3JU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 49.3% | 47.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 50.7% | 52.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 33.2% | 33.7% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 44.3% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.3% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 5% | 8.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 42.1% | 44.9% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 41% | 34.6% | -6.4% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 16.3% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 15.8% | 14.2% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 7.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.5% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 37.9% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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 | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.3% | 93.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 92.6% | 88.5% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 8.5% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnwood Road was 342.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 321.7% higher than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Barnwood Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Abbeydale and the 35th highest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 136.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third Floor Flat 152 Barnwood Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £43,000 | 1999-09-03 | £159,382 |
GL4 3JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 157 |
| Retired | 120 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Other | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnwood Church of England Primary School Colin Road , Barnwood GL4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 308 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Junior School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Infant School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillview Primary School Hillview Road , Hucclecote GL3 3LH | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmbridge Primary School Elmbridge Road , GL2 0PE | 3out of 4 | 1,118 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 | 613 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 4out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,353 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denmark Road High School Denmark Road , GL1 3JN | 4out of 4 | 2,808 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Churchdown School Winston Road , Churchdown GL3 2RB | 3out of 4 | 3,235 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 | 947 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 1,904 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 2,347 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,373 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 2,529 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmaus | 201 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 209 yd | |
| Spice House | 138 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 353 yd | |
| Gloucester Deaf Community Centre | Colin Road Gloucester | 596 yd | |
| Barnwood Bowling Club | 119 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 608 yd | |
| Woodstock Nursing Home | 35 North Upton Lane Gloucester | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls Club Limited | Walls Sports Social Club Hammond Way Gloucester | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wotton Hall | Wotton Hall Club 138 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 353 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsbury's Supermarket Barnett Way Gloucester | 632 yd | |
| Ruddy | 55 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 814 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 5 Gloucester Retail Park Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 888 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 10 Silverdale Parade Hillview Road Gloucester | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Barnett Way Gloucester | 632 yd | |
| Co-op | 4 Hillview Road Gloucester | 978 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| British Energy (Closed) Hucclecote Road | grass pitches | 471 yd |
| Barnwood Park Arts College ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Walls Club Ltd HAMMOND WAY | grass pitches | 647 yd |
| Saw Mills End SAW MILLS END | grass pitches | 679 yd |
| Meb Sports Field (Closed) Hammond Way | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Spirit Health Club (Gloucester) CREST WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 843 yd |
| Pure Gym (Gloucester Retail Park) UNIT 4 UNIT 4 EASTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 918 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Gloucester) | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 946 yd |
| Coney Hill Park HARTLEY GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,031 yd |
| King George V Playing Field Upton Close | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.