Seven Acres is in Abbeymead, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 4QU is located in the Barnwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Seven Acres, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 4QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 4QR, GL4 4PD, GL4 4RQ, GL4 4QS, GL4 4QT, GL4 4QH, GL4 4RP, GL4 4QL, GL4 4PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL4 4QU 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 | 55.4% | 50.7% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 44.6% | 49.3% | 4.7% | 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 4QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 37.7% | 42.9% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 38.4% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 10.2% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 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 | 48.4% | 44.4% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 32.5% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 14.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 7.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.8% | 21.2% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 12.8% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 14% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.6% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 11.6% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 30.4% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 2.3% | 4.4% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.4% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 8.8% | 5.4% | -3.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 86% | 82.4% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 91.9% | 91.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 91.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.1% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0.7% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seven Acres was 79.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.8% lower than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Seven Acres has the 33rd highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Abbeydale and the 185th highest crime rate of 412 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Seven Acres, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-05-09 | £449,504 |
| 11 Seven Acres, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2021-11-24 | £385,571 |
| 2 Seven Acres, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2016-01-15 | £340,749 |
| 15 Seven Acres, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2015-12-11 | £424,931 |
| 10 Seven Acres, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2015-07-31 | £376,169 |
GL4 4QU 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coney Hill Community Primary School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4NA | 4out of 4 | 466 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Primary School Heron Way , Abbeydale GL4 4BN | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Junior School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinglewell Infant School Dinglewell , Hucclecote GL3 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Church of England Primary School Colin Road , Barnwood GL4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 604 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribston Hall High School Stroud Road , GL1 5LE | 3out of 4 | 2,606 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Rich's School Oakleaze , GL2 0LF | 4out of 4 | 2,651 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Denmark Road High School Denmark Road , GL1 3JN | 4out of 4 | 3,212 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 | 889 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Wotton House , Horton Road GL1 3PR | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Jenner School The Elms , 44 London Road GL1 3NZ | - not rated | 2,736 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspects 2 | Hannacott Abbeymead Avenue Gloucester | 704 yd | |
| Abbeymead Lodge | Charlwood House Abbeymead Avenue Gloucester | 704 yd | |
| Charlies Kebab | Coney Hill Rugby Club Metz Way Gloucester | 836 yd | |
| Coney Hill Rugby Club | Metz Way Gloucester | 836 yd | |
| The Arbor | The Crematorium Coney Hill Road Gloucester | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coney Hill Fish And Chip Shop | 4 Coney Hill Parade Gloucester | 253 yd | |
| Gloucester Grill GG Ltd | Unit 5 Mead Road Gloucester | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1 Mead Road Gloucester | 862 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2B 108 Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 1,062 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clock Tower Park THE CLOCK TOWER THE CLOCK TOWER HUCKLEY FIELD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 456 yd |
| Coney Hill Park HARTLEY GARDENS | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Saintbridge Dry Balancing Pond (Closed) Redpoll Way | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Barnwood Park Arts College ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Heron Park BITTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 959 yd |
| King George V Playing Field Upton Close | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| The Oaks HADRIANS WAY | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| Glevum Way Park Glevum Way | grass pitches | 1,003 yd |
| Abbeymead Primary School MEAD ROAD | 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% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 251 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.