Draper Close is in Tetbury and in Cotswold district. GL8 8FJ is located in the Tetbury East & Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 2018-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Draper Close, Tetbury, GL8 8FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL8 8FL, GL8 8FH, GL8 8FN, GL8 8FF, GL8 8HF, GL8 8GW, GL8 8GZ, GL8 8FG, GL8 8SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL8 8FJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.9% | 29.5% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 50.5% | -12.4% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 10.4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 48.1% | 41.7% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 38.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 17.1% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 7.6% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 15.6% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 37% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 1.8% | 5.5% | 3.7% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.3% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94% | 92.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 93.5% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.6% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Draper Close was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 133.4% higher than the Grumbolds Ash with Avening average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Draper Close has the highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Grumbolds Ash with Avening and the 21st highest crime rate of 312 local areas in Cotswold .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 391.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Draper Close, Tetbury, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2021-06-24 | £684,142 |
| 2 Draper Close, Tetbury, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £486,000 | 2018-07-06 | £645,103 |
| 3 Draper Close, Tetbury, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2018-03-29 | £587,413 |
| 1 Draper Close, Tetbury, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2018-03-29 | £677,782 |
GL8 8FJ 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 GL8 8FJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 144 |
| Retired | 126 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School St Mary's Road , GL8 8BW | 3out of 4 | 580 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avening Primary School High Street , Avening GL8 8NF | 3out of 4 | 4,751 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir William Romney's School Lowfield Road , GL8 8AE | 3out of 4 | 663 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Deli At Steepleton | Steepleton Kitchen, Steepleton Court | 212 yd | |
| Pizza Planet | 1 - 2 Priory Industrial Estate, Tetbury | 516 yd | |
| The Whistle Stop Cafe | Tetbury Goods Shed, Old Station Yard | 608 yd | |
| Cafe 53 | 53 Long Street, Tetbury | 1,042 yd | |
| Casa La Cucina Italiano | 49 Long Street, Tetbury | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Cirencester Road, Tetbury | 608 yd | |
| The Priory Inn | London Road, Tetbury | 879 yd | |
| Tetbury Rugby Club | Hampton Street, Tetbury | 999 yd | |
| Tetbury United Service Club Limited | Tetbury United Services Club, 12 - 14 Chipping Street | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Priory Industrial Estate, London Road | 516 yd | |
| Co-Op | 17 Long Street, Tetbury | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tetbury Town Fc DORMERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 340 yd |
| Priory Gym (Closed) PRIORY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 551 yd |
| Swr Leisure LOWFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 758 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.