About Alderley

Alderley is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the GL12 postcode area and is situated near the River Severn, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a mix of traditional and modern housing, with a small community centre and a few local amenities. It is known for its rural setting and proximity to the Cotswolds, making it a peaceful place to live. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with several footpaths and bridleways passing through the village and nearby fields. Alderley is also close to the town of Tewkesbury, which provides additional shopping and transport links. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times.

School Ratings in Alderley

Alderley is served by 16 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alderley

Property prices average £419K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £495K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alderley

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Alderley, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Alderley

Alderley falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Alderley

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Alderley, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,147 sales

Average Price £419K
£400 — £9.61M
Detached £495K 1,023
Semi £324K 518
Terraced £285K 377
Flat £155K 81

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Hillesley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Kingswood Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles The British School Primary Good 1.5 miles Katharine Lady Berkeley's School Secondary Good 1.6 miles Wotton Children's Centre 1.7 miles Blue Coat CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Hawkesbury Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Alexander Hosea Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Charfield Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Leighterton Primary School Primary 3.6 miles North Nibley CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Horton CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Alderley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Alderley among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,817 Children (0-15) 17%
16,848 Working Age 61%
8,016 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Alderley 21 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Alderley falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

8 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Other Theft
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Burglary
1 Public Order
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Gloucestershire Wotton-under-Edge Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Yate Train Station 6.8 miles
Cam And Dursley Train Station 7 miles
Stonehouse Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wortley 0.6 miles Hillesley 0.6 miles Wotton-under-Edge 1.2 miles Lower Kilcott 1.4 miles Kingswood 1.4 miles Holywell 1.9 miles Synwell 1.9 miles Tresham 2 miles Bradley 2 miles Chase Hill 2.2 miles Upper Kilcott 2.2 miles Bradley Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Stroud
County Gloucestershire
Ward Wotton-under-Edge
Constituency The Cotswolds
Parish Wotton-under-Edge
Region South West

Streets in GL12 30 shown View all streets

A38 8 Abbey Mews 1 Abbey Street 2 Adey's Lane 3 Amberley Way 2 Anstey Gardens 1 Arkells Court 1 Arnolds Field Estate 2 Avon Crescent 1 Avon Road 1 B4058 2 B4060 4 B4509 5 Back Lane 1 Baden Hill Road 2 Bagstone Road 2 Bear Street 1 Bearlands 3 Beaumont Square 1 Berkeley Close 2 Betony Close 1 Blackquarries Hill 1 Blacksmith Hill 1 Boundary Close 1 Bradley Road 2 Bradley Street 3 Bramley Close 1 Brinkmarsh Lane 2 Bristol Road 8 Britannia Mews 1

Postcodes in GL12 50 shown View all postcodes

GL12 7AA GL12 7AD GL12 7AE GL12 7AF GL12 7AG GL12 7AH GL12 7AJ GL12 7AL GL12 7AN GL12 7AP GL12 7AQ GL12 7AR GL12 7AS GL12 7AT GL12 7AU GL12 7AW GL12 7AX GL12 7AY GL12 7AZ GL12 7BA GL12 7BB GL12 7BD GL12 7BE GL12 7BG GL12 7BH GL12 7BJ GL12 7BL GL12 7BN GL12 7BP GL12 7BQ GL12 7BS GL12 7BT GL12 7BU GL12 7BW GL12 7BX GL12 7BY GL12 7DA GL12 7DB GL12 7DE GL12 7DF GL12 7DH GL12 7DJ GL12 7DL GL12 7DN GL12 7DP GL12 7DQ GL12 7DR GL12 7DS GL12 7DT GL12 7DU