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GL4 6LR
Hill Hay Road, Matson, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
GloucesterGloucester District (B)
GL4 6LR is a suburban enclave with excellent schools, A good choice for young families where smaller properties are the norm, with strong road and rail networks, and is an area with ongoing crime challenges. This postcode is providing solid supermarket and grocery options, offering fewer healthcare options, and facing some economic difficulties.
Matson, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Key Stats
Households
137
Male: 7, Female: 5
Household Income
£39,300
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Postcode Sector
Gloucester
Population
People
Population Density
People/km2
Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
0 / 10
Amenities
8 / 10
Overview
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Where is GL4 6LR?
Approximate address:
Hill Hay Road, Matson, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
The postcode GL4 6LR is located in the Gloucester area, part of the Gloucester District (B) district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
GL4 6LR is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and commercial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (E01022319) and OA (E00113488) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.
Location
Gloucester
Coordinates
51.834579, -2.212375
Easting/Northing
385463, 0215129
Grid Ref
SO854151
Parliamentary Constituency
Gloucester
Local Authority
Gloucester
Population Density
7,250 km²
Coordinates
51.834579, -2.212375
Easting/Northing
385463, 0215129
Grid Ref
SO854151
Parliamentary Constituency
Gloucester
Local Authority
Gloucester
Population Density
7,250 km²
Area Codes
Output area: E00113488
OA Code
E00113488
LSOA Code
E01022319
MSOA Code
E02004646
Ward
E05010961
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000011
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
OA Code
E00113488
LSOA Code
E01022319
MSOA Code
E02004646
Ward
E05010961
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000011
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
Demographics
Who lives in the GL4 6LR neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
This postcode has a very small proportion of residents in higher managerial or professional occupations, indicating a community with diverse occupational backgrounds.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
With an Education Score of 2/10, GL4 6LR has a limited number of residents with higher qualifications, suggesting lower levels of educational attainment.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
With a Credit Status Score of 6/10, GL4 6LR shows reasonably good credit health, with residents generally maintaining stable financial profiles and lower risks of default.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the GL4 6LR neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renters in GL4 6LR benefit from strong affordability, with housing costs comfortably matched to local incomes, easing the financial burden on households.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Property yields in GL4 6LR are modest, with returns that might only appeal to investors willing to accept lower profitability for long-term gains.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the GL4 6LR postcode?
Transport Score
Transport options are readily available in GL4 6LR, with frequent bus services, accessible parking, and convenient train stations, making travel relatively easy.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Residents in GL4 6LR often have moderate-to-long commutes, with job opportunities not immediately local, making travel a regular part of the workday.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Very few households in GL4 6LR have access to a vehicle, suggesting a strong reliance on public transport or living in a location where cars aren't essential.
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Amenities Scorecard
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Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
The neighbourhood shows limited educational achievement, with a significant portion of residents having basic qualifications at best.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Families in GL4 6LR benefit from a good range of childcare options, with enough services available locally to meet most needs without excessive travel.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
Further education options are available but limited around GL4 6LR, with a small number of nearby colleges or sixth forms catering to local residents.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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