Paterson Road is in Cirencester and in Cotswold district. GL7 1BU is located in the New Mills electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paterson Road, Cirencester, GL7 1BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL7 1BX, GL7 1BT, GL7 1DB, GL7 1BP, GL7 1BS, GL7 1BY, GL7 1AR, GL7 1DA, GL7 1DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL7 1BU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 48.2% | 47.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 51.8% | 52.4% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GL7 1BU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.5% | 49% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.8% | 29.7% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 12.4% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 3% | -5.9% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 39.7% | 45.7% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 33.8% | -5.5% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 16% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 25.6% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 16.3% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 17.2% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.9% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 11.8% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 17.7% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 4.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 100% | 2.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 96.3% | 93.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 96.3% | 93.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31.6% | 13.5% | 18.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paterson Road was 84.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Paterson Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Abbey and the 59th highest crime rate of 312 local areas in Cotswold .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41A Paterson Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-09-21 | £126,980 |
| 47 Paterson Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2005-08-19 | £265,878 |
| 43 Paterson Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 1999-04-22 | £297,300 |
| 36 Paterson Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1999-02-19 | £321,157 |
| 49 Paterson Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1998-11-16 | £266,099 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cirencester Primary School Victoria Road , GL7 1EX | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watermoor Church of England Primary School Kingshill Lane , GL7 1SY | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Powell's Church of England Primary School Gloucester Street , GL7 2DJ | 4out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Primary School Apsley Road , Chesterton GL7 1SS | 1out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Siddington Church of England Primary School The Coach Road , Siddington GL7 6HL | 3out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cirencester Kingshill School Kingshill Lane , GL7 1HS | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cirencester Deer Park School Stroud Road , GL7 1XB | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cirencester College Fosse Way Campus , Stroud Road GL7 1XA | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paternoster School Watermoor Road , GL7 1JR | 1out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Agricultural University , GL7 6JS | - not rated | 3,095 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teatro And Barn Theatre | 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester | 434 yd | |
| Burger King | Harebushes, Burford Road | 718 yd | |
| Little Centurions Cafe | Cirencester Town Football Club, Corinium Stadium | 780 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | The Avenue, Cirencester | 815 yd | |
| Sultan | 23A Dyer Street, Cirencester | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Inn | Victoria Road, Cirencester | 648 yd | |
| Cirencester Town Football Club | The Corinium Stadium, Kingshill Lane | 746 yd | |
| Cheeky Swine @ The Bees Knees | The Bees Knees, 133 Watermoor Road | 762 yd | |
| The Bear Inn | Bear Inn, 12 Dyer Street | 894 yd | |
| Twelve Bells | The Twelve Bells, 12 Lewis Lane | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watermoor Fish And Chips | 105 Watermoor Road, Cirencester | 744 yd | |
| Zen | 97 Watermoor Road, Cirencester | 785 yd | |
| Eastern Spice | 99 Watermoor Road, Cirencester | 785 yd | |
| Hong Kong Kitchen | 76 Watermoor Road, Cirencester | 785 yd | |
| Marks Kitchen | 9 Dyer Street, Cirencester | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Stores Ltd, Old Cricklade Road | 1,028 yd | |
| Aldi | Cricklade Road, Cirencester | 1,028 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 45 Cricklade Street, Cirencester | 1,057 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingshill Sports Complex KINGSHILL LANE | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Cirencester Kingshill School KINGSHILL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 727 yd |
| Corinium Stadium Kingshill Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Active4Less (Cirencester) (Closed) 27a 27a Dyer Street | health and fitness suite | 865 yd |
| Paternoster School WATERMOOR ROAD | 892 yd | |
| Tarbarrow Cricket Club WHITEWAY COURT WHITEWAY COURT | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.