Stone Close is in Barnwood, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 3TS 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 Stone Close, Barnwood, Gloucester, GL4 3TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 3XW, GL4 3FH, GL4 3FL, GL4 3TT, GL4 3EY, GL4 3FJ, GL4 3EZ, GL4 3FR, GL4 3YX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL4 3TS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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% | 50% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 GL4 3TS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.6% 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 | 28.8% | 24.8% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 65.6% | 9.8% | 44.2% | 21.4% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 0.8% | -5.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 4.2% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 51% | 45.2% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 39.4% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 13.8% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 13.8% | 11.8% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 11.4% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 16% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.1% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 39.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.6% | 85.8% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 93.5% | 87.1% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 7.4% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 87.7% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9% | 9.0% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 6.2% | 1.7% | 4.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stone Close was 49.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.7% lower than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stone Close has the 49th lowest crime rate of 97 local areas in Abbeydale and the 164th lowest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Stone Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-07-17 | £357,631 |
| 4 Stone Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £189,500 | 2021-06-18 | £221,157 |
| 2 Stone Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-02-04 | £329,158 |
| 4 Stone Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-11-17 | £232,049 |
| 5 Stone Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2016-02-29 | £247,689 |
GL4 3TS 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 26 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinglewell Junior School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Infant School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Hill Community Primary School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4NA | 4out of 4 | 924 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Church of England Primary School Colin Road , Barnwood GL4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeymead Primary School Mead Road , Abbeymead GL4 5YS | 3out of 4 | 1,103 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 | 557 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 4out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Denmark Road High School Denmark Road , GL1 3JN | 4out of 4 | 3,334 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 1,076 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 2,410 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 2,464 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,607 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 2,944 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodstock Nursing Home | 35 North Upton Lane Gloucester | 322 yd | |
| Emmaus | 201 Barnwood Road Gloucester | 720 yd | |
| Aspects 2 | Hannacott Abbeymead Avenue Gloucester | 772 yd | |
| Abbeymead Lodge | Charlwood House Abbeymead Avenue Gloucester | 772 yd | |
| Golden Horse | 45 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruddy | 55 Hucclecote Road Gloucester | 779 yd | |
| Coney Hill Fish And Chip Shop | 4 Coney Hill Parade Gloucester | 803 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 10 Silverdale Parade Hillview Road Gloucester | 841 yd | |
| Gloucester Grill GG Ltd | Unit 5 Mead Road Gloucester | 871 yd | |
| The Garlic Indian | The Garlic 6 Glenville Parade Gloucester | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 4 Hillview Road Gloucester | 858 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1 Mead Road Gloucester | 871 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field Upton Close | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| The Oaks HADRIANS WAY | grass pitches | 477 yd |
| British Energy (Closed) Hucclecote Road | grass pitches | 647 yd |
| Barnwood Park Arts College ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Clock Tower Park THE CLOCK TOWER THE CLOCK TOWER HUCKLEY FIELD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 746 yd |
| Coney Hill Park HARTLEY GARDENS | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Abbeymead Primary School MEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| 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 | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.