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Location in GloucestershireAdlestrop sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Adlestrop
Adlestrop is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its rolling hills and traditional stone buildings. The village is situated near the River Evenlode, which flows through the surrounding countryside. Adlestrop is part of the civil parish of Adlestrop and Moreton Valence, and the area is characterised by its rural setting and agricultural landscape.
The village is accessible via the A417 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Moreton-in-Marsh and Cheltenham. Adlestrop has a long history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book in 1086. The local church, St Mary’s, is a notable feature, and the village retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The postcode area for Adlestrop is GL56, which covers the surrounding region in the Cotswolds.
School Ratings in Adlestrop
Adlestrop is served by 14 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.
House Prices in Adlestrop
Property prices average £568K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £771K.
Deprivation and Employment in Adlestrop
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Adlestrop falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Local Data for Adlestrop
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Property Prices 1,952 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL56 postcode area.
Household Income in Adlestrop ONS 2023
The average total household income in Adlestrop is approximately £53,534 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,807. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,807.
Businesses in Adlestrop ONS 2025
There are approximately 794 active businesses based in Adlestrop, around 79 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Adlestrop IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Adlestrop in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Adlestrop
Of the 4,675 households in and around Adlestrop, 66% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Adlestrop.



