Barton Close is in Nailsworth, Stroud and in Stroud district. GL6 0LW is located in the Nailsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 2009-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barton Close, Nailsworth, Stroud, GL6 0LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL6 0HF, GL6 0HG, GL6 0NQ, GL6 0EY, GL6 0NJ, GL6 0TL, GL6 0NG, GL6 0NF, GL6 0NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL6 0LW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52% | 49.7% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48% | 50.3% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 30.4% | 31.7% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 43.2% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 16% | 15.4% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 41.1% | 41.9% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 33.8% | -4.8% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 15% | 19.5% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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 | 26.6% | 23.8% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 8.6% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 27% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 3.7% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.5% | 93.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 91% | 88% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 87.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 9.4% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.3% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.8% | 6.5% | -1.7% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barton Close was 46.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% lower than the Nailsworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Barton Close has the 10th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Nailsworth and the 185th lowest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Barton Close, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2009-06-11 | £934,314 |
GL6 0LW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nailsworth Church of England Primary School Nympsfield Road , Nailsworth GL6 0ET | 3out of 4 | 303 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberley Parochial School Amberley , GL5 5JG | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horsley Church of England Primary School The Street , Horsley GL6 0PU | 3out of 4 | 2,346 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodchester Endowed Church of England Aided Primary School Church Road , North Woodchester GL5 5PD | 4out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minchinhampton Primary Academy School Road , Minchinhampton GL6 9BP | 3out of 4 | 3,390 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Acorn School Church Street , Nailsworth GL6 0BP | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaudesert Park School Minchinhampton , GL6 9AF | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Mill College The Fisheries , Stroud GL6 0PL | - not rated | 1,666 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotswold Chine School Box , GL6 9AG | - not rated | 1,831 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Green Rovers FC | Nympsfield Road, Forest Green | 472 yd | |
| Woodchester Valley Village | Inchbrook Way, Inchbrook | 738 yd | |
| Egypt Mill | Stroud Road, Nailsworth | 823 yd | |
| The Canteen | Days Mill, Old Market | 1,016 yd | |
| The Coffee Pot | 8 Old Market, Nailsworth | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shortwood United Social Club | Meadow Bank, Shortwood Road | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow & Co | 1 Wheelwrights Corner, Cossack Square | 1,004 yd | |
| Ben's Takeaway | Nailsworth Kebab And Pizza House, Old Market | 1,016 yd | |
| Passage To India Restaurant | Old Market, Nailsworth | 1,016 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | 2 Old Market, Nailsworth | 1,016 yd | |
| Oldstone Pizzeria | Old Market, Nailsworth | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, George Street | 1,028 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nailsworth Recreation Centre THE NEW LAWN THE NEW LAWN SMITHS WAY | 600 yd | |
| Forest Green Rovers Fc (The New Lawn) THE NEW LAWN THE NEW LAWN SMITHS WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 601 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.