Greenbank Cottages is in Burleigh, Stroud and in Stroud district. GL5 2PL is located in the Minchinhampton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenbank Cottages, Burleigh, Stroud, GL5 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL5 2PN, GL5 2PJ, GL5 2PW, GL5 2PU, GL5 2PT, GL5 2PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL5 2PL is primarily male, with 53.1% 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 | 52.3% | 46.9% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 53.1% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 GL5 2PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.7% 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 | 20.5% | 22.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.7% | 66.7% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 22.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 5.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53% | 57.5% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 9.1% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 29.5% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.4% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 GL5 2PL this area, 8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.6% | 8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 11.4% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.3% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.6% | 56.3% | -0.3% | 33.8% | 22.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.9% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 98.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.1% | 93.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.9% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenbank Cottages was 12.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.2% lower than the Amberley and Woodchester average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenbank Cottages has the 8th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Amberley and Woodchester and the 43rd lowest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Greenbank Cottages, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-03-25 | £354,595 |
| 3 Greenbank Cottages, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-01-21 | £449,810 |
| 3 Greenbank Cottages, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-10-20 | £388,906 |
| 1 Greenbank Cottages, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2005-08-12 | £555,896 |
| 3 Greenbank Cottages, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2004-11-19 | £453,287 |
GL5 2PL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GL5 2PL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL5 2PL 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 | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimscombe Church of England (VA) Primary School Brimscombe Hill , Brimscombe GL5 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberley Parochial School Amberley , GL5 5JG | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberley Parochial School Amberley , GL5 5JG | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minchinhampton School School Road , Minchinhampton GL6 9BP | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minchinhampton Primary Academy School Road , Minchinhampton GL6 9BP | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highwood School Nympsfield Road , Nailsworth GL6 0ET | - not rated | 2,906 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor School Eastcombe , GL6 7DY | - not rated | 4,267 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Keble School Eastcombe , GL6 7DY | - not rated | 4,330 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Keble School Eastcombe , GL6 7DY | 3out of 4 | 4,330 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud High School Beards Lane , Cainscross Road GL5 4HF | 4out of 4 | 4,764 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Gloucestershire and Stroud College Stratford Road , GL5 4AH | - not rated | 4,959 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud College of Further Education Stratford Road , GL5 4AH | - not rated | 5,073 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge Clyde Crescent , Whaddon GL52 5QH | - not rated | 1,153 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotswold Chine School Box , GL6 9AG | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bownham Park School Rodborough Common , GL5 5DA | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaudesert Park School Minchinhampton , GL6 9AF | - not rated | 1,536 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Acorn School Church Street , Nailsworth GL6 0BP | - not rated | 2,342 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Lodge Public House | Minchinhampton Common, Stroud | 1,035 yd | |
| Minchinhampton Old Golf Course Restaurant | Minchinhampton Old Golf Course, Minchinhampton | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Minchinhampton Golf Club Ltd (Old Course) | golf | 1,066 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.