GL6 7NR is in Oakridge Lynch, Stroud and Stroud district. GL6 7NR is located in the Bisley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakridge Lynch, Stroud, GL6 7NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL6 7NT, GL6 7NP, GL6 7NS, GL6 7NY, GL6 7NU, GL6 7NX, GL6 7NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL6 7NR has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 51.4% | 49% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 GL6 7NR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.3% 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 | 13.8% | 19.4% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.6% | 65.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 21.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 7.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 53.2% | 59.6% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 27.7% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 10.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 GL6 7NR this area, 8.8% 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 51.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 8.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 13.2% | 1.5% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 12.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.3% | 51.1% | -2.2% | 33.8% | 17.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 92.5% | 90.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 90.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around GL6 7NR was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.6% lower than the Painswick and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
GL6 7NR has the 16th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Painswick and Upton and the 113th 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 29.4%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Folly, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-03-28 | £459,167 |
| Covie, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2025-01-15 | £530,067 |
| The Nook, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-05-10 | £755,833 |
| Norfolk Cottage, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2024-04-26 | £791,257 |
| Halewood, Stroud, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £975,000 | 2021-08-27 | £1,201,280 |
GL6 7NR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
GL6 7NR 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 GL6 7NR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakridge Parochial School Oakridge Lynch , GL6 7NR | 3out of 4 | 192 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalford Hill Primary School Chalford Hill , GL6 8LG | 3out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastcombe Primary School Dr Crouch's Road , Eastcombe GL6 7EA | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bussage Church of England Primary School The Ridgeway , Bussage GL6 8FW | 3out of 4 | 2,592 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bisley Blue Coat Church of England Primary School School Lane , Bisley GL6 7BE | 3out of 4 | 2,730 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Keble School Eastcombe , GL6 7DY | 3out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| 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 | 3.7% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 167.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.