Painswick Road is in Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 4PH is located in the Matson, Robinswood and White City electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Painswick Road, Gloucester, GL4 4PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 4PF, GL4 4AE, GL4 4AG, GL4 4XR, GL4 6RH, GL4 4QZ, GL4 6RJ, GL4 6RE, GL4 6RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL4 4PH has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 48.5% | 47% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 51.5% | 53% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 4PH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 25.3% | 30.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 54.8% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 51.5% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 30.5% | -7.4% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.3% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 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 | 20.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 14.5% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 20.6% | 6.0% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 15.5% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 26.7% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.3% | 89.4% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.9% | 93.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Painswick Road was 37.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.2% lower than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Painswick Road has the 40th lowest crime rate of 97 local areas in Abbeydale and the 130th lowest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198 Painswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-05-02 | £192,876 |
| 200 Painswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2024-12-17 | £197,626 |
| 186 Painswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2024-10-14 | £206,000 |
| 206 Painswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £213,500 | 2024-05-03 | £223,184 |
| 190 Painswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2024-01-19 | £187,342 |
GL4 4PH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finlay Community School Finlay Road , GL4 6TR | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatherley Infant School Hatherley Road , GL1 4PW | 2out of 4 | 861 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Hill Community Primary School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4NA | 4out of 4 | 970 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Primary School Juniper Avenue , Matson GL4 6AP | 1out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tredworth Infant and Nursery Academy Victory Road , Tredworth GL1 4QF | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 493 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | 3out of 4 | 1,540 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crypt School Podsmead Road , GL2 5AE | 4out of 4 | 2,266 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 | 2,851 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 | 1,370 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 1,876 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 2,415 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 2,548 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 House | 189 Painswick Road Gloucester GL4 4AG | 276 yd | |
| Marco Takeaway | Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 410 yd | |
| Saintbridge Kebab | Saintbridge Sports Centre Painswick Road Gloucester | 437 yd | |
| Arslans Kebabs | Mobile Food Site Cemetery Road Gloucester | 464 yd | |
| Twin Gables Day Nursery Ltd | 102 Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Salvador | Three Oaks 2 Baneberry Road Gloucester | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wongs Kitchen | 106 Finlay Road Gloucester | 897 yd | |
| Coney Hill Fish And Chip Shop | 4 Coney Hill Parade Gloucester | 979 yd | |
| Firenze Pizzeria | 124 - 126 Tredworth Road Gloucester | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 313 yd | |
| Tesco | 254 Painswick Road Gloucester | 724 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2B 108 Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 960 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Academy (Closed) Cotteswold Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 278 yd |
| Gloucester Academy PAINSWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 399 yd |
| Finlay Community School FINLAY ROAD | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Saintbridge Dry Balancing Pond (Closed) Redpoll Way | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| One Church Gloucester THE BUTTS | 967 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.