gloucester GL5 Postcodes

Gloucester (GL5)

The GL5 postcode area is located in the Gloucester postcode town region, within the county of Gloucestershire, and contains a total of 1349 individual postcodes.

There are 36 electoral wards in the GL5 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 Stroud Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 30% of people in GL5 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 GL5 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 GL5 postcode area is one of the red brick districts in Gloucester. It forms part of the larger city surrounding area and is part of the South West region of England. The postcode is made up of two major components, GL for Gloucester and 5 for the area of most of the Stroud district to the east. The postcode encompasses some well-known areas, such as Kings Stanley, Leonard Stanley and The Stanleys.

GL5 covers 5.56 square miles and has a population of 15,024 people. It lies south-east of the city centre and is home to a diverse range of housing styles, from Georgian and Victorian villas to modern apartment complexes. It is also home to some of Gloucester's most well-known sights, such as Robinswood Hill Country Park and Gloucester Rugby Football Club's Kingsholm Stadium.

The postcode has a good range of school options, including primary and secondary schools. It is well-served by public transport links and has great access to motorway networks such as the M5 and M4.

There are plenty of shops, restaurants, pubs and bars located across the postcode area to accommodate locals and visitors. This includes some well-known retail stores such as House of Fraser, Debenhams, and Fenwick's, plus a number of supermarkets. It is also home to the historic Gloucester Cathedral and Gloucester Docks.

The area is full of plenty of leisure and tourist attractions for both adults and children. These include the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, the National Waterways Museum, plus numerous historic sites such as Gloucester Cathedral and the Globe Theatre. The area also enjoys many open green spaces, such as Pittville Park, as well as the nearby Painswick to Stroud Canal.

In terms of economy, the GL5 postcode is home to a number of large business parks and major employers. These include Stroud District Council, Waitrose Distribution Centre, Pro Logis UK Storage Centre, and the Severnside Distribution Centre. The postcode also boasts a great range of shops, bars and restaurants, making it a great tourist destination.

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