Weald Close is in Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 4FW is located in the Abbeydale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Weald Close, Gloucester, GL4 4FW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 4FU, GL4 4BT, GL4 4FS, GL4 4FT, GL4 4BS, GL4 4DR, GL4 6ER, GL4 4XB, GL4 6FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL4 4FW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.7% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GL4 4FW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.4% | 42.2% | 15.8% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 33.2% | -14.5% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 14.8% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 4.9% | -7.0% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 31.1% | 42.6% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 29.5% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 17.1% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 24.6% | -17.4% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 15.6% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 16% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 17.6% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 15.2% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 0.9% | 6.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 92% | 77.9% | -14.1% | 81.4% | -3.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 92.9% | 87.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 88.5% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.8% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Weald Close was 265.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 226.7% higher than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Weald Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Abbeydale and the 51st highest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 130.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Weald Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-09-30 | £258,595 |
| 1 Weald Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-12-18 | £344,180 |
| 1 Weald Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-03-09 | £340,820 |
| 4 Weald Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-01-30 | £346,317 |
| 3 Weald Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2017-01-20 | £290,227 |
GL4 4FW 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moat Primary School Juniper Avenue , Matson GL4 6AP | 1out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robinswood Primary Academy Underhill Road , Matson GL4 6HE | 4out of 4 | 655 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Primary School Heron Way , Abbeydale GL4 4BN | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finlay Community School Finlay Road , GL4 6TR | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Hill Community Primary School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4NA | 4out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 324 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 1,983 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Crypt School Podsmead Road , GL2 5AE | 4out of 4 | 2,543 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stroud Road , Tuffley GL4 0DD | 2out of 4 | 2,711 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 | 1,862 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 2,309 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,663 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 3,112 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 3,316 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saintbridge Kebab | Saintbridge Sports Centre Painswick Road Gloucester | 374 yd | |
| Saintbridge House | 189 Painswick Road Gloucester GL4 4AG | 519 yd | |
| Glos Sport Leisure | Gloucester Ski And Snowboard Centre Matson Lane Gloucester | 785 yd | |
| Katherine Wheel Club | Matson Lane Gloucester | 785 yd | |
| Gloucester Robinswood Hotel/Hallmark | Marlston Close Robinswood Hill Gloucester | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Salvador | Three Oaks 2 Baneberry Road Gloucester | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 91 Matson Avenue Gloucester | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 254 Painswick Road Gloucester | 137 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Glevum Way Gloucester | 789 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Academy PAINSWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 441 yd |
| Gloucester Academy (Closed) Cotteswold Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Heron Park BITTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Saintbridge Dry Balancing Pond (Closed) Redpoll Way | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Hallmark Health Club (Gloucester) MATSON LANE | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 869 yd |
| Abbeydale Sports And Community Centre GLEVUM WAY | artificial grass pitch | 903 yd |
| Glevum Way Park Glevum Way | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| One Church Gloucester THE BUTTS | 973 yd | |
| Matson Park CAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 984 yd |
| Gloucester Ski And Snowboard Centre Matson Lane | golf, ski slopes | 986 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 | 57.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.