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Bingham Close is in Cirencester and in Cotswold district. GL7 1BG is located in the St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 2006-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Bingham Close, Cirencester, GL7 1BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: GL7 1QQ, GL7 1EE, GL7 1HJ, GL7 1EB, GL7 1EJ, GL7 1ED, GL7 1EN, GL7 1EF, GL7 1FN.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL7 1BG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female46.7%55.5%8.8% 51.0% 4.5%
Male53.3%44.5%-8.8% 49.0% -4.5%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single33%20.1%-12.9% 37.9% -17.8%
Married: Opposite sex36.7%43.2%6.5% 44.2% -1.0%
Married: Same sex0%1%1.0% 0.3% 0.7%
Separated2.3%1%-1.3% 2.2% -1.2%
Divorced12.1%13.6%1.5% 9.1% 4.5%
Widowed15.8%21.1%5.3% 6.1% 15.0%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health40.2%32.9%-7.3% 48.4% -15.5%
Good health38.9%42.9%4.0% 33.6% 9.3%
Fair health17.2%19.6%2.4% 12.7% 6.9%
Bad health2.5%4.1%1.6% 4.0% 0.1%
Very bad health1.2%0.5%-0.7% 1.2% -0.7%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications16.7%20.9%4.2% 18.2% 2.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 17.2%4.5%-12.7% 9.6% -5.1%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels10.2%12.4%2.2% 13.4% -1.0%
Apprenticeship2.8%6%3.2% 5.3% 0.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10.7%11.4%0.7% 16.9% -5.5%
Degree or Similar36.7%42.3%5.6% 33.8% 8.5%
Other5.6%2.5%-3.1% 2.8% -0.3%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0.4%0%-0.4% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian1.2%1.4%0.2% 3.1% -1.7%
Other Asian0%0.5%0.5% 1.6% -1.1%
Black African0.4%0%-0.4% 2.5% -2.5%
Mixed White and Asian0%0.9%0.9% 0.8% 0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.4%0%-0.4% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other0%0.5%0.5% 0.8% -0.3%
White97.5%95%-2.5% 81.4% 13.6%
Roma0%1.8%1.8% 0.2% 1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 89.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom93.4%89.5%-3.9% 83.2% 6.3%
European Union2%4.5%2.5% 6.1% -1.6%
Rest of Europe0%0.5%0.5% 0.8% -0.3%
Africa0.4%0%-0.4% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia2.5%2.3%-0.2% 5.6% -3.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.6%2.3%0.7% 1.3% 1.0%
Oceania0%0.9%0.9% 0.3% 0.6%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK92.6%89.5%-3.1% 83.2% 6.3%
10+ Years0.8%7.3%6.5% 9.8% -2.5%
5-10 Years0.4%2.7%2.3% 2.9% -0.2%
2-5 Years2%0.5%-1.5% 2.2% -1.7%
Less than 2 years4.1%0%-4.1% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom83.6% 76.7% 6.9%
France0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
Germany0.9% 0.2% 0.7%
Italy0.5% 0.6% -0.1%
Portugal0.5% 0.5% 0.0%
Romania1.8% 0.9% 0.9%
Other EU countries0.5% 1.5% -1.0%
Eastern Asia0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
North America and the Caribbean0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
Oceania0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
No passport held10.5% 13.5% -3.0%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion29.2% 37.2% -8.0%
Christian63.9% 46.2% 17.7%
Hindu0.5% 1.7% -1.2%
Jewish0.5% 0.5% 0.0%
Not answered5.9% 6.0% -0.1%

Safety

Is Bingham Close Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bingham Close was 91.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.6% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Bingham Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Abbey and the 40th highest crime rate of 309 local areas in Cotswold .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.7%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£43,800
Income Rank
5/10

Household Income in GL7 1BG, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Bingham Close are based on 51 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Cotswold.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Bingham Close, Cirencester, GL7 1BG

Estimated Average Property Prices for GL7 1BG

Average Price
£575,338
Semi-Detached
£634,572
Terraced
£561,770
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£578,981
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Bingham Close

Average Price
£539,294
Semi-Detached
£565,290
Terraced
£527,551
Detached
£595,646
Flats/Maisonettes
£487,886
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Bingham CloseStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
11 Bingham Close, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£531,5002025-09-01 £497,316
14 Bingham Close, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£530,0002021-05-05 £533,140
12 Bingham Close, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£525,0002021-01-08 £591,938
17 Bingham Close, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£465,0002020-03-25 £544,714
17 Bingham Close, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£401,0002016-02-25 £523,447
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for GL7 1BG

Employment

GL7 1BG 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.

The percentage of retired residents living in GL7 1BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired97
Full-Time Employee39
Self-Employed21
Part-Time Employee15
Student (economically inactive)10
Looking after home or family5
Long-Term Sick or disabled5
Other4
Unemployed2
Full-Time Student (with or without job)0

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles19
Human health and social work activities16
Construction15
Professional, scientific and technical activities10
Education9
Other7
Manufacturing7
Information and communication6
Accommodation and food service activities5
Financial and insurance activities4
Administrative and support service activities4
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security3
Real estate activities2
Transport and storage2
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Cirencester Junior School
Victoria Road , GL7 1EX
- not rated 479 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Cirencester Infant School
Victoria Road , GL7 1EX
- not rated 479 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Cirencester Primary School
Victoria Road , GL7 1EX
3out of 4 479 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Powell's Church of England Primary School
Gloucester Street , GL7 2DJ
4out of 4 820 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Chesterton Primary School
Apsley Road , Chesterton GL7 1SS
- not rated 1,183 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Cirencester Kingshill School
Kingshill Lane , GL7 1HS
- not rated 1,439 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Cirencester Kingshill School
Kingshill Lane , GL7 1HS
- not rated 1,439 yd Foundation school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Cirencester Deer Park School
Stroud Road , GL7 1XB
- not rated 1,869 yd Foundation school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Cirencester Deer Park School
Stroud Road , GL7 1XB
3out of 4 1,869 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Cirencester College
Fosse Way Campus , Stroud Road GL7 1XA
- not rated 1,734 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Paternoster School
Watermoor Road , GL7 1JR
- not rated 300 yd Community special school Yes Mixed More About School
Ingleside PNEU School
The Beeches , GL7 1BN
- not rated 355 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Querns School
Querns Lane , GL7 1RL
- not rated 369 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Paternoster School
Watermoor Road , GL7 1JR
3out of 4 380 yd Academy special sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Oakley Hall School
Somerford Road , GL7 1TW
- not rated 854 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sultan23A Dyer Street, Cirencester181 yd
Madeleine's36 Dyer Street, Cirencester184 yd
Masonic HallThe Avenue, Cirencester195 yd
The Old Cafe Cirencester50 Cricklade Street, Cirencester266 yd
The Hop Kettle4 The Wool Market, Dyer Street267 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Talbot InnVictoria Road, Cirencester130 yd
Twelve BellsThe Twelve Bells, 12 Lewis Lane168 yd
The Bear InnBear Inn, 12 Dyer Street180 yd
Reva9 - 10 Bishops Walk, Cirencester382 yd
Jubilee 77 Social ClubJubilee 77 Social Club Ltd, 10 Ashcroft Road431 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Friar Tuck64 Dyer Street, Cirencester180 yd
Marks Kitchen9 Dyer Street, Cirencester181 yd
Pizza Planet91 Cricklade Street, Cirencester233 yd
Zen97 Watermoor Road, Cirencester687 yd
Eastern Spice99 Watermoor Road, Cirencester687 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco Stores Limited45 Cricklade Street, Cirencester302 yd
TescoTesco Stores Ltd, 4 Farrell Close514 yd
WaitroseSheep Street, Cirencester625 yd
Tesco ExpressTesco, 20 Chesterton Lane999 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Active4Less (Cirencester) (Closed)
27a 27a Dyer Street
health and fitness suite194 yd
Paternoster School
WATERMOOR ROAD
384 yd
The Fitness Space (Cirencester)
11-13 BISHOPS WALK 11-13 BISHOPS WALK CRICKLADE STREET
health and fitness suite399 yd
Cirencester Leisure Centre
TETBURY ROAD
health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool818 yd
Cirencester Open Air Pool
CECILY HILL
swimming pool859 yd
Tarbarrow Cricket Club
WHITEWAY COURT WHITEWAY COURT
grass pitches944 yd
Cirencester Rugby Fc
The Whiteway
grass pitches1,048 yd
Four Acres (Closed)
Chesterton Lane
grass pitches1,090 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 94.1%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 94.1%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 94.1%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 94.1%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s5.9%

Download Speed

Median download speed160 Mbit/s
Average download speed277.9 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed30 Mbit/s
Average upload speed37.3 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed115 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.