2,587TOTAL POPULATION
1,050HOUSEHOLDS
2.8%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£43,160AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

Spending a fortune on conveyancing?

Conveyancing Quotes

Compare instant, low-cost online quotes from trusted conveyancing solicitors.

Backed by experts, our no-obligation service searches through the best conveyancing quotes on the market to save you time and money.

Instant quotes
No obligation
Backed by experts
Stress free
Fully compliant
GET QUOTES NOW
GL9 POSTCODE REGION

Gloucester (GL9)

The GL9 postcode area is located in the Gloucester postcode town region, within the county of Gloucestershire, and contains a total of 126 individual postcodes.

There are 38 electoral wards in the GL9 postcode area, including Badminton, Berkeley, Blakeney, Cheltenham, Chipping Campden, Cinderford, Cirencester, Coleford, Drybrook, Dursley, Dymock, Fairford, Gloucester, Lechlade, Longhope, Lydbrook, Lydney, Mitcheldean, Moreton-In-Marsh, Newent, Newnham, Ruardean, Stonehouse, Stroud, Tetbury, Tewkesbury, Westbury-On-Severn, Wotton-Under-Edge which come under the local authority of the South Gloucestershire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 37% of people in GL9 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of GL9 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The GL9 postcode lies in the Gloucester district, located in the South West of England. It covers the villages and hamlets of Horsley, Nibley, Kingscote, Ozleworth, Bournside, Selsley,Woodford and Coaley. The area covers an approximate total of 21 square miles.

The GL9 postcode is dominated by rolling hills, grass meadows and old stone farms. There is some conifer forestry across the area alongside small stone walls, hedgerows and a number of streams. The largest settlement, Horsley, is a historic village surrounded by the beautiful landscape of the Cotswolds.

The postcode has a population of around 3,500 and is considered a rural area. It is made up of small hamlets and villages, mainly with a residential population.

The area has a number of attractions, including the iconic church of St Mary the Virgin at Kingscote, the ruins of ozleworth Castle and the National Trust sites at Selsley Common, Collin's Hill and Coaley Peak. There are plenty of walks and hikes for those who enjoy the great outdoors.

Education options in the GL9 postcode range from pre-school to secondary schooling. Some small private schools are also available.

There are two super markets, a post office and a wide range of small businesses operating throughout the postcode as well as plenty of pubs and restaurants.

For transport, the GL9 postcode is served by a regular bus service connecting all the villages, which also connects to nearby larger towns. There is also a railway station located close to Gloucester.

The GL9 postcode makes up part of the Berkley Vale constituency which is currently represented in parliament by Laurence Robertson (Conservative).

TheGL9 postcode provides a peaceful, rural atmosphere for those who call it home. It is a pleasant, tranquil location for relaxing holidays and enjoyments of the great outdoors.


Postcode Disclaimer notice


Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in GL9 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 37%AB
  • 50%C2/C2
  • 14%DE

According to census records, 37% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

GL Postcode Wall Map
GL9Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire

The county of Gloucestershire

GL9 is located in the county of Gloucestershire, in England.

Gloucestershire has a total population of 900,800, making it the 23rd largest county in the UK.

Gloucestershire has a total area of 1216 square miles, and a population density of 285 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Gloucestershire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeGL9
Postal TownGloucester
MSOA NameSouth Gloucestershire 024
LSOA NameSouth Gloucestershire 024F
CountyGloucestershire
RegionGloucestershire
CountryEngland
Local AuthoritySouth Gloucestershire
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

GL9 Electoral Wards

The postal region of GL9, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Acton Turville
Alderley
Alderton
Badminton
Gloucestershire
Britain Bottom
Brook End
Burton (Nettleton)
Colt's Green
Coombs End
Didmarton
Dodington
Dunkirk
Hawkesbury
Hawkesbury Upton
Hillesley
Horsedown
Horton
Horwood Riding
Knockdown
Little Badminton
Little Sodbury
Little Sodbury End
Littleton Drew
Lower Kilcott
Luckington
Nettleton
Nettleton Green
Nettleton Shrub
Oldbury on the Hill
Old Sodbury
Petty France
Sopworth
Starveall
The Gibb
Tormarton
Totteroak
Upper Kilcott
West Kington
Browse Postcodes in GL9

Dig even deeper into the GL9 postcode by clicking on a postcode below:

Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (GL) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

Your views ofGL9

Chris H

Monday, March 11, 2024

We don't have any views of GL9 right now. If you live in GL9 or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of GL9

People need your local expertise. If you live in GL9 or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the GL9 postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----


Medieval moat of 'high significance' excavated

Archaeologists gain an insight into the long-forgotten rural lives of farmers.

BBC News

Artistic swimmers want more members to dive in

The Cheltenham swimming club have been taking competitions by storm.

BBC News

Car park may never reopen amid redevelopment plans

Longsmith Street Car Park in Gloucester has been shut since September due to safety concerns.

BBC News

Oxford United 2-1 Cheltenham Town

Greg Leigh headsa late winner as Oxford United maintain their play-offs push by beating Cheltenham Town.

BBC News

Aldcroft and Hunt to stay with Gloucester-Hartpury

England lock Zoe Aldcroft and scrum-half Natasha 'Mo' Hunt sign new deals to stay with Premiership Women's Rugby side Gloucester-Hartpury.

BBC News

Premiership Women's Rugby - all you need to know

Watch BBC coverage as Gloucester-Hartpury take on Exeter Chiefs in the Premiership Women's Rugby.

BBC News

Hat-trick hero Metcalfe ready to shine for Wales

Nel Metcalfe says she is ready to fight for a Wales Six Nations shirt after impressing for Gloucester-Hartpury this season.

BBC News

Wales players hoping to bring club confidence

Gloucester-Hartpury's Welsh contingent are hoping their impressive club form will lead to success in the upcoming Women's Six Nations.

BBC News

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more