Lapwing Court is in Chalford, Stroud and in Stroud district. GL6 8FQ is located in the Chalford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stroud. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lapwing Court, Chalford, Stroud, GL6 8FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL6 8FF, GL6 8FJ, GL6 8HL, GL6 8FP, GL6 8HQ, GL6 8JN, GL6 8FG, GL6 8FN, GL6 8FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL6 8FQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.4% | 49.6% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.4% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 8FQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.5% 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 | 18.4% | 24% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.2% | 66.5% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 22.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 5.5% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 (91.1%) 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 | 65.3% | 61.7% | -3.6% | 48.4% | 13.3% |
| Good health | 24.2% | 29.4% | 5.2% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 6.9% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 8FQ this area, 4.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 9.1% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 18.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 20% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 42.2% | -2.2% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 96.5% | 98% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 98% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lapwing Court was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.6% lower than the Chalford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lapwing Court has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Chalford and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 378 local areas in Stroud .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 116.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Lapwing Court, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-08-25 | £345,214 |
| 3 Lapwing Court, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-08-08 | £342,551 |
| 2 Lapwing Court, Stroud, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-11-13 | £324,824 |
| 4 Lapwing Court, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2016-02-10 | £317,132 |
| 3 Lapwing Court, Stroud, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2013-10-25 | £321,471 |
GL6 8FQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 115 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bussage Church of England Primary School The Ridgeway , Bussage GL6 8FW | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastcombe Primary School Dr Crouch's Road , Eastcombe GL6 7EA | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalford Hill Primary School Chalford Hill , GL6 8LG | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakridge Parochial School Oakridge Lynch , GL6 7NR | 3out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimscombe Church of England (VA) Primary School Brimscombe Hill , Brimscombe GL5 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,643 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 626 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud and Cotswold Alternative Provision School Belle Vue Centre , Belle Vue Road GL5 1JP | 2out of 4 | 4,393 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotswold Chine School Box , GL6 9AG | - not rated | 4,896 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Rose's Special School Stratford Lawn , GL5 4AP | 3out of 4 | 4,969 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins Centre (St Roses School) Stratford Lawn , GL5 4AP | - not rated | 4,974 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaudesert Park School Minchinhampton , GL6 9AF | - not rated | 5,247 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ram Inn | The Ridge, Bussage | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Takeaway | 43 Tanglewood Way, Chalford | 196 yd | |
| Eastcombe Stores | Eastcombe, Stroud | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 35 Tanglewood Way, Chalford | 196 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bussage School THE RIDGEWAY | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Thomas Keble School | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Eastcombe Scout Hut Pitch EASTCOMBE SPORTS GROUND EASTCOMBE SPORTS GROUND NASHEND FARM TO VATCH LANE BUSSAGE | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Thomas Keble Sports Centre | health and fitness suite | 668 yd |
| Bussage Playing Ground (Closed) | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Bussage Playing Field The Frith | grass pitches | 762 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.71 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.