Austin Abbey Close is in Fairford and in Cotswold district. GL7 4GL is located in the Lechlade, Kempsford & Fairford South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 2018-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Austin Abbey Close, Fairford, GL7 4GL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL7 4GL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 48.3% | 47.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 | 17.1% | 35.3% | 18.2% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.3% | 49.6% | -14.7% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 9.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 2.6% | -7.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.3%) 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 | 50% | 61% | 11.0% | 48.4% | 12.6% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 31.3% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 9% | 6.6% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 GL7 4GL this area, 4.3% 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 | 14.7% | 4.3% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.7% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16.5% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 4.3% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 25.7% | 15.0% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 38.3% | 1.4% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 95.7% | 94.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 94.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Austin Abbey Close was 42.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.9% lower than the Coln Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Austin Abbey Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Coln Valley and the 139th lowest crime rate of 312 local areas in Cotswold .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 163.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% 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 Austin Abbey Close, Fairford, Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £445,000 | 2018-12-14 | £574,098 |
| 5 Austin Abbey Close, Fairford, Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £525,000 | 2018-11-22 | £683,704 |
| 2 Austin Abbey Close, Fairford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £321,995 | 2018-06-29 | £459,132 |
| 1 Austin Abbey Close, Fairford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £324,995 | 2018-06-29 | £463,410 |
| 3 Austin Abbey Close, Fairford, Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £495,000 | 2018-06-23 | £692,283 |
GL7 4GL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 118 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairford Church of England Primary School The Park , Leafield Road GL7 4JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kempsford Church of England Primary School High Street , Kempsford GL7 4EY | 3out of 4 | 4,347 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatherop Church of England Primary School Hatherop , GL7 3NA | 3out of 4 | 4,598 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meysey Hampton Church of England Primary School School Lane , Meysey Hampton GL7 5JS | 4out of 4 | 4,764 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southrop Church of England Primary School Southrop , GL7 3NU | 3out of 4 | 5,194 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmor's School The Park , GL7 4JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatherop Castle School Hatherop , Cirencester GL7 3NB | - not rated | 4,637 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Hall | The Palmer Hall, London Street | 982 yd | |
| 7A Coffee Shop And Cafe | 7A Coffee Shop and Cafe, 7A London Street | 982 yd | |
| Restaurant Colosseo (Yasmin Food Ltd) | 1 London Street, Fairford | 992 yd | |
| Lynwood And Co | Lynwood And Co Ltd, 1 High Street | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairford Football Club - Spikes Diner | Fairford Football Club, Cinder Lane | 269 yd | |
| Fairford Bowling Club | East End, Fairford | 535 yd | |
| Eight Bells | Eight Bells Inn, East End | 536 yd | |
| The Railway Inn | The Railway, London Road | 584 yd | |
| The Fairford Plough - Plough Inn | Plough Inn, London Street | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Peking House | Peking House, 24 - 25 London Street | 1,025 yd | |
| Fairford Kebab And Pizza | Fairford Kebab And Pizzas, 35 London Street | 1,025 yd | |
| Fairford Fish Bar | 2 Market Place, Fairford | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Market Place, Fairford | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairford Town Fc CINDER LANE | grass pitches | 155 yd |
| Fairford Bowling Club EAST END | indoor bowls | 557 yd |
| Fairford Tennis Club The Croft | tennis courts | 782 yd |
| Fairford Cricket Club CRICKET GROUNDS CRICKET GROUNDS PARK STREET | grass pitches | 937 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.