Tern Close is in Abbeydale, Gloucester and in Gloucester district. GL4 4WQ is located in the Coney Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gloucester. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tern Close, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 4WQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL4 4QG, GL4 4QE, GL4 4QA, GL4 4ND, GL4 7LY, GL4 4NE, GL4 4WA, GL4 4WZ, GL4 4NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL4 4WQ 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 | 48.7% | 50.7% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.3% | -2.0% | 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 4WQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% 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 | 41.1% | 45.1% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.2% | 37.1% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.7% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.3% | -0.1% | 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 | 51.8% | 40.3% | -11.5% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 35.7% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 14.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 6% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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.
In the area around GL4 4WQ this area, 32.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.9% | 32.8% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 14.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.5% | 15% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 8.7% | -2.3% | 16.9% | -8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 20.9% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 5.2% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 13.1% | 5.7% | -7.4% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 82.6% | 81.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 94.7% | 85% | -9.7% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.8% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 85% | -9.2% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.2% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tern Close was 99.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.7% higher than the Abbeydale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tern Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Abbeydale and the 124th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Gloucester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Tern Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-02-25 | £271,098 |
| 4 Tern Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £271,250 | 2023-08-17 | £279,260 |
| 18 Tern Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £259,500 | 2021-09-28 | £294,449 |
| 19 Tern Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2020-10-02 | £290,802 |
| 18 Tern Close, Gloucester, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2018-06-06 | £267,426 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coney Hill Community Primary School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4NA | 3out of 4 | 402 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Hill Junior School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4NA | - not rated | 402 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Hill Infants' School Coney Hill Road , GL4 4LZ | - not rated | 402 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Primary School Heron Way , Abbeydale GL4 4BN | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeymead Primary School Mead Road , Abbeymead GL4 5YS | 4out of 4 | 1,278 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 | 739 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwood Park School St Lawrence Road , Barnwood GL4 3QU | - not rated | 739 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Technology College Cotteswold Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,111 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gloucester Academy Painswick Road , GL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,111 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire College Llanthony Road , GL2 5JQ | - not rated | 3,460 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbrook Education Trust 7 Eastbrook Road , GL4 3DB | - not rated | 904 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Selwyn School Matson House , Matson GL4 6DY | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Ashraf Primary School Al Ashraf Cultural Centre , Stratton Road GL1 4HB | - not rated | 1,933 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ashraf Secondary School for Girls Sinope Street , GL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,177 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Hatherley Centre At Lismore House 3 Horton Road , Wotton GL1 3PX | - not rated | 2,262 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbor | The Crematorium Coney Hill Road Gloucester | 634 yd | |
| Charlies Kebab | Coney Hill Rugby Club Metz Way Gloucester | 690 yd | |
| Coney Hill Rugby Club | Metz Way Gloucester | 690 yd | |
| KFC | Eastbrook Road Gloucester | 860 yd | |
| Saintbridge House | 189 Painswick Road Gloucester GL4 4AG | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coney Hill Fish And Chip Shop | 4 Coney Hill Parade Gloucester | 123 yd | |
| Gloucester Grill GG Ltd | Unit 5 Mead Road Gloucester | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Unit 2B 108 Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 846 yd | |
| Tesco | Eastern Avenue Gloucester | 1,017 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1 Mead Road Gloucester | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saintbridge Dry Balancing Pond (Closed) Redpoll Way | grass pitches | 369 yd |
| Coney Hill Park HARTLEY GARDENS | grass pitches | 519 yd |
| Clock Tower Park THE CLOCK TOWER THE CLOCK TOWER HUCKLEY FIELD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 634 yd |
| Barnwood Park Arts College ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Heron Park BITTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Gloucester Academy PAINSWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,033 yd |
| Pure Gym (Gloucester Retail Park) UNIT 4 UNIT 4 EASTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 1,072 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 73.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.