Spring Villas is in Stroud and in Stroud district. GL5 3RW is located in the Rodborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spring Villas, Stroud, GL5 3RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL5 3RL, GL5 3RP, GL5 3RJ, GL5 3JR, GL5 3RU, GL5 3LW, GL5 3RH, GL5 3RT, GL5 3JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL5 3RW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 48.8% | 48.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 51.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 GL5 3RW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% 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 | 39.1% | 43.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 38.3% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 56.5% | 49.1% | -7.4% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 33% | 39.6% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 3RW this area, 8.3% 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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 8.3% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.3% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.4% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.4% | 19.2% | 0.8% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.2% | 45.5% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 95.2% | 96.9% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 94.9% | 94.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 94.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.6% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.8% | 37.2% | 20.6% |
| Christian | 32.7% | 46.2% | -13.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spring Villas was 38.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.0% higher than the Amberley and Woodchester average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Spring Villas has the 20th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Amberley and Woodchester and the 154th lowest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 177.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Spring Villas, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2025-03-31 | £376,422 |
| 1 Spring Villas, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2015-11-05 | £424,603 |
| 1 Spring Villas, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2013-12-02 | £367,234 |
| 1 Spring Villas, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2004-03-19 | £378,266 |
| 1 Spring Villas, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £84,995 | 1999-02-26 | £407,454 |
GL5 3RW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 3RW 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 | 100 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodborough Community Primary School Rodborough Hill , GL5 3RT | 3out of 4 | 316 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rosary Catholic Primary School Beeches Green , GL5 4AB | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud Valley Community Primary School Castle Street , GL5 2HP | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary School Church Road , Cainscross GL5 4JE | 1out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gastrells Community Primary School Kingscourt Lane , GL5 3PS | 3out of 4 | 1,341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud High School Beards Lane , Cainscross Road GL5 4HF | 4out of 4 | 587 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Marling School Cainscross Road , GL5 4HE | 4out of 4 | 665 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Archway School Paganhill , GL5 4AX | 2out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidenhill School Kings Road , GL10 2HA | 3out of 4 | 4,057 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Keble School Eastcombe , GL6 7DY | 3out of 4 | 5,290 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Rose's Special School Stratford Lawn , GL5 4AP | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins Centre (St Roses School) Stratford Lawn , GL5 4AP | - not rated | 875 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud and Cotswold Alternative Provision School Belle Vue Centre , Belle Vue Road GL5 1JP | 2out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe College Bath Road , GL10 2JQ | - not rated | 3,888 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopelands Preparatory School 38-40 Regent Street , Stonehouse GL10 2AD | - not rated | 4,132 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 Snug | The Lock Keepers Cafe Bar, Wallbridge | 475 yd | |
| Rodborough Tabernacle | Tabernacle Walk, Rodborough | 654 yd | |
| The Georgian | 1 Rowcroft, Stroud | 684 yd | |
| Costa | Tesco Supermarket, Stratford Road | 704 yd | |
| Gateway To India | Stroud House, Russell Street | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clothiers Arms | 1 Bath Road, Stroud | 143 yd | |
| Prince Albert Inn | Rodborough Hill, Stroud | 336 yd | |
| Stroud Rugby Club | Dudbridge Hill, Stroud | 516 yd | |
| The Lord John | 15 - 17 Russell Street, Stroud | 771 yd | |
| Queen Victoria Inn | Queen Victoria, 5 Gloucester Street | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal Balti | 60B Bath Road, Stroud | 122 yd | |
| Prince Albert Inn | Rodborough Hill, Stroud | 336 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! Stroud | Tesco, Stratford Road | 705 yd | |
| The Goods Shed Cafe | Stroud Railway Station, Station Road | 746 yd | |
| U.S.A. Chicken | 20 Russell Street, Stroud | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Stratford Road | 705 yd | |
| Aldi | Bath Road, Stroud | 775 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 10 Union Street, Stroud | 931 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Dudbridge, Stroud | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stroud Rugby Club DUDBRIDGE HILL | grass pitches, squash courts | 467 yd |
| Butterow West Butterow West | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Cotswold Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Merrywalks | indoor bowls | 681 yd |
| Stroud High School BEARDS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 698 yd |
| Stratford Court Playing Fields STRATFORD COURT PLAYING FIELDS STRATFORD COURT PLAYING FIELDS STRATFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Marling School CAINSCROSS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Stroud) UNIT H UNIT H MERRYWALKS CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 860 yd |
| St Roses School STRATFORD LAWN | 864 yd | |
| Marling School Grass Pitches Cainscross Road | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Stratford Park Leisure Centre STRATFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,035 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.