Southfield Road is in Woodchester, Stroud and in Stroud district. GL5 5PA is located in the Amberley and Woodchester electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southfield Road, Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL5 5PD, GL5 5PU, GL5 5PN, GL5 5NH, GL5 5NL, GL5 5PG, GL5 5NQ, GL5 5NJ, GL5 5PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL5 5PA 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 | 50.2% | 50.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.3% | -0.5% | 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 vicinity of GL5 5PA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 23.9% | 28.9% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 54.4% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 52.2% | 45.2% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 14.2% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 19.1% | 16.3% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 6.3% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 16.7% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 16.7% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 37.1% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 98.4% | 94.7% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 94.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southfield Road was 25.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.1% lower than the Amberley and Woodchester average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southfield Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Amberley and Woodchester and the 85th lowest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silva Southfield Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2024-03-28 | £488,412 |
| 2 Woodchester Lodge Southfield Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2023-02-17 | £891,322 |
| The Coach House Southfield Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2017-02-17 | £348,158 |
| Woodchester Cottage Southfield Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2013-12-19 | £632,472 |
| Southfield Mill Cottage Southfield Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £975,000 | 2012-09-21 | £1,665,497 |
GL5 5PA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 5PA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodchester Endowed Church of England Aided Primary School Church Road , North Woodchester GL5 5PD | 4out of 4 | 116 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gastrells Community Primary School Kingscourt Lane , GL5 3PS | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberley Parochial School Amberley , GL5 5JG | 3out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodborough Community Primary School Rodborough Hill , GL5 3RT | 3out of 4 | 2,300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrupp School Thrupp Lane , GL5 2EN | 3out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marling School Cainscross Road , GL5 4HE | 4out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stroud High School Beards Lane , Cainscross Road GL5 4HF | 4out of 4 | 2,771 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Archway School Paganhill , GL5 4AX | 2out of 4 | 3,384 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidenhill School Kings Road , GL10 2HA | 3out of 4 | 5,028 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 3,062 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins Centre (St Roses School) Stratford Lawn , GL5 4AP | - not rated | 3,072 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 | 3,115 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaudesert Park School Minchinhampton , GL6 9AF | - not rated | 3,189 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotswold Chine School Box , GL6 9AG | - not rated | 3,251 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Travelling Chefs | Royal Oak, Church Road | 275 yd | |
| Old Fleece Inn | The Old Fleece Inn, Bath Road | 493 yd | |
| Kings Head | The Street, Kingscourt | 736 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodchester Village Hall VILLAGE HALL VILLAGE HALL CHURCH ROAD | 274 yd | |
| Woodchester Amateur Football Club ELFWOOD HOUSE ELFWOOD HOUSE SELSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 287 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% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.