High Meadow is in Abbeydale, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 4DG is located in the Abbeydale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 2006-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Meadow, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 4DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 4DJ, GL4 4DQ, GL4 5FJ, GL4 4DH, GL4 4BG, GL4 5TJ, GL4 5FA, GL4 4DF, GL4 4DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL4 4DG is primarily male, with 54% of the population 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 | 50.7% | 46% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 54% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 4DG 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 | 27% | 25.8% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 58.2% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 5.9% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 40.9% | 45.6% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 35.8% | -6.3% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 13.8% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.7% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 17.9% | 18.4% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14.6% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.7% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 30.6% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.1% | 91.8% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 95.2% | 93.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Meadow was 52.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.1% lower than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Meadow has the 44th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Abbeydale and the 191st lowest crime rate of 407 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 High Meadow, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-05-22 | £550,270 |
| 3 High Meadow, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £462,000 | 2020-03-20 | £594,252 |
| 1 High Meadow, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2014-08-11 | £799,043 |
| 1 High Meadow, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £422,000 | 2007-04-19 | £712,257 |
| 2 High Meadow, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £469,000 | 2006-02-28 | £879,701 |
GL4 4DG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL4 4DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Primary School Heron Way , Abbeydale GL4 4BN | - not rated | 229 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robinswood Primary School Underhill Road , Matson GL4 6HE | - not rated | 606 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary School Underhill Road , Matson GL4 6HE | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Infant School Juniper Avenue , Matson GL4 6AP | - not rated | 793 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Junior School Juniper Avenue , Matson GL4 6AR | - not rated | 793 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 923 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Technology College Cotteswold Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire College Llanthony Road , GL2 5JQ | - not rated | 4,223 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn School Matson House , Matson GL4 6DY | - not rated | 907 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbrook Education Trust 7 Eastbrook Road , GL4 3DB | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix College 164 Huddlecote Road , GL3 3SH | - not rated | 2,725 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 2,836 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 3,166 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeydale Community Centre | Glevum Way Gloucester | 440 yd | |
| Saintbridge Kebab | Saintbridge Sports Centre Painswick Road Gloucester | 852 yd | |
| Saintbridge House | 189 Painswick Road Gloucester GL4 4AG | 972 yd | |
| Glos Sport Leisure | Gloucester Ski And Snowboard Centre Matson Lane Gloucester | 979 yd | |
| Katherine Wheel Club | Matson Lane Gloucester | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 91 Matson Avenue Gloucester | 790 yd | |
| Gloucester Grill GG Ltd | Unit 5 Mead Road Gloucester | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Glevum Way Gloucester | 336 yd | |
| Tesco | 254 Painswick Road Gloucester | 620 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1 Mead Road Gloucester | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heron Park BITTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Abbeydale Sports And Community Centre GLEVUM WAY | artificial grass pitch | 472 yd |
| Glevum Way Park Glevum Way | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| Gloucester Academy PAINSWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 926 yd |
| Clock Tower Park THE CLOCK TOWER THE CLOCK TOWER HUCKLEY FIELD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 963 yd |
| Hallmark Health Club (Gloucester) MATSON LANE | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 967 yd |
| Matson Park CAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Saintbridge Dry Balancing Pond (Closed) Redpoll Way | grass pitches | 1,061 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.