gloucester GL19 Postcodes

Gloucester (GL19)

The GL19 postcode area is located in the Gloucester postcode town region, within the county of Gloucestershire, and contains a total of 424 individual postcodes.

There are 132 electoral wards in the GL19 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 Forest of Dean Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in GL19 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 GL19 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 GL19 postcode covers a wide area in the Gloucester district, spanning the regions of Tewkesbury, the Forest of Dean, and Gloucester itself.

Tewkesbury is a historic market town in the county of Gloucestershire, historically known for its medieval buildings and for being the site of the Battle of Tewkesbury in the Wars of the Roses. The area is also popular with tourists for its lovely countryside, including its many nature reserves.

The Forest of Dean is a large woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire. It is an ancient royal forest and Site of Special Scientific Interest, with walking, cycling, fishing, and pony trekking activities available.

Gloucester is the largest city in the region and the capital of the county. It is a cathedral city and an important port, with numerous historic buildings and attractions. It is also home to a variety of shops, restaurants and bars, and it is a great place to visit for day trips, shopping, theatre, and dining.

The GL19 postcode encompasses a variety of neighbourhoods, including Alney Island, Longford, Lower Heath, and Haywards Hill, as well as the villages of Whittington, Bredon, Teddington, and Kemerton.

In terms of transport links, the region is served by the M5 motorway and the A38, as well as several bus routes. Gloucester railway station is within the GL19 postcode area, serving passengers travelling to Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and London. The nearest airport is Gloucestershire Airport, located 3.4 miles away.

The postcode region is also home to numerous schools including Tewkesbury School, Newent Community School, Tredworth Infant and Nursery School, and Elmbridge Primary School. In terms of medical centres, there is the Tewkesbury Health Centre, Elchem (Tewkesbury), and Greenwood Park Practice in Gloucester.

In terms of parks and leisure activities, there is the Tewkesbury Abbey Orchard, Tewkesbury Park, Robinswood Hill Country Park, and the Severn Valley Railway. There are also regional sporting teams such as the Gloucester Rugby team, Tewkesbury Town F.C, and Tewkesbury Roadrunners.

The postcode area is also home to many places of religious worship including Tewkesbury Abbey, Tewkesbury Quaker Meeting House, Gloucester Cathedral, St Mary de Crypt Church, and Gloucester Methodist Church.

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