Gannicox Road is in Stroud and in Stroud district. GL5 4EZ is located in the Stroud Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gannicox Road, Stroud, GL5 4EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL5 4HA, GL5 4EY, GL5 4EX, GL5 4AQ, GL5 4HT, GL5 4HB, GL5 3HU, GL5 3EG, GL5 4EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL5 4EZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.9% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.1% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 29.8% | -10.3% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 38.9% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 15.7% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 8% | 12.1% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 42.6% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 39% | 33.3% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 16.7% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 17.5% | 22.8% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 8.6% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 10.7% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 14.2% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 33.5% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.7% | 96.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 92.8% | 87.3% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 87.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 7.3% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gannicox Road was 1317.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 303.0% higher than the Stroud Central average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Gannicox Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Stroud Central and the 2nd highest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 273.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Gannicox Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-08-22 | £259,215 |
| 8 Gannicox Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2025-08-13 | £350,702 |
| 5 Gannicox Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-01-29 | £294,919 |
| 24 Gannicox Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-10-15 | £319,783 |
| 38 Gannicox Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-08-15 | £299,768 |
GL5 4EZ 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 4EZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rosary Catholic Primary School Beeches Green , GL5 4AB | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodborough Community Primary School Rodborough Hill , GL5 3RT | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Callowell Primary School Barrowfield Road , Farm Hill GL5 4DG | 2out of 4 | 788 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud Valley Community Primary School Castle Street , GL5 2HP | 3out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary School Church Road , Cainscross GL5 4JE | 1out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 320 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Marling School Cainscross Road , GL5 4HE | 4out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Archway School Paganhill , GL5 4AX | 2out of 4 | 854 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidenhill School Kings Road , GL10 2HA | 3out of 4 | 3,900 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Keble School Eastcombe , GL6 7DY | 3out of 4 | 5,422 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 | 570 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins Centre (St Roses School) Stratford Lawn , GL5 4AP | - not rated | 571 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 | 1,128 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe College Bath Road , GL10 2JQ | - not rated | 3,896 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopelands Preparatory School 38-40 Regent Street , Stonehouse GL10 2AD | - not rated | 4,140 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa | Tesco Supermarket, Stratford Road | 249 yd | |
| The Museum in the Park | Mansion House Stratford Park, Stratford Road | 478 yd | |
| Cafe Bar | Stratford Park Leisure Centre, Stratford Road | 478 yd | |
| The Snug | The Lock Keepers Cafe Bar, Wallbridge | 496 yd | |
| The Georgian | 1 Rowcroft, Stroud | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clothiers Arms | 1 Bath Road, Stroud | 459 yd | |
| The Lord John | 15 - 17 Russell Street, Stroud | 702 yd | |
| Queen Victoria Inn | Queen Victoria, 5 Gloucester Street | 765 yd | |
| The Retreat | 28 Church Street, Stroud | 907 yd | |
| Prince Albert Inn | Rodborough Hill, Stroud | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! Stroud | Tesco, Stratford Road | 249 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit E, Merrywalks | 623 yd | |
| Oh Crepe! | Indoor Market, Five Valleys Shopping Centre | 624 yd | |
| Bengal Balti | 60B Bath Road, Stroud | 635 yd | |
| Marley's Sarnies | Unit 17, Indoor Market | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Stratford Road | 249 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 10 Union Street, Stroud | 871 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford Court Playing Fields STRATFORD COURT PLAYING FIELDS STRATFORD COURT PLAYING FIELDS STRATFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 141 yd |
| Stroud High School BEARDS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 424 yd |
| Stratford Park Leisure Centre STRATFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 457 yd |
| St Roses School STRATFORD LAWN | 483 yd | |
| Cotswold Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Merrywalks | indoor bowls | 546 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Stroud) UNIT H UNIT H MERRYWALKS CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 622 yd |
| Marling School CAINSCROSS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 631 yd |
| Marling School Grass Pitches Cainscross Road | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Callowell Primary School BARROWFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Stroud Rugby Club DUDBRIDGE HILL | grass pitches, squash courts | 913 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.