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15,540
Population
5,728
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£53,976
Avg. household income
867
Businesses
231
People per km²
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About Alkerton

Alkerton is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the GL10 postcode area and is situated near the border with Worcestershire. The village is surrounded by rural countryside, with rolling hills and farmland typical of the region. Alkerton has a modest population and retains a quiet, village atmosphere, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. The local community is active, with regular events and gatherings held in the village hall. The area is well-connected by road, with the A44 and A40 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Alkerton is known for its peaceful setting and strong sense of local identity, making it a pleasant place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Alkerton

Alkerton is served by 47 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alkerton

Property prices average £367K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £446K.

Deprivation and Employment in Alkerton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alkerton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Alkerton

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Alkerton, the nearest being Improved Access Stroud (1.9 miles away).

Local Data for Alkerton

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Property Prices 2,814 sales

Average Price £367K
£810 , £14.8M
Detached £446K 984
Semi £296K 936
Terraced £259K 579
Flat £175K 145

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
5 Secondary
11 Other
Good 10
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL10 postcode area.

Eastington Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles William Morris School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Great Oldbury Primary Academy Primary Good 1.4 miles The Shrubberies School Not applicable Good 1.6 miles Stonehouse The Park Children's Centre Good 1.8 miles Park Junior School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Stonehouse Park Infant School Primary Good 1.8 miles Hopelands Preparatory School Not applicable Good 1.9 miles Whitminster Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Wycliffe College Not applicable 2 miles Maidenhill School Secondary Good 2.1 miles Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles

Household Income in Alkerton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Alkerton is approximately £53,976 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,338. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Alkerton £53,976
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,338.

Businesses in Alkerton ONS 2025

There are approximately 867 active businesses based in Alkerton, around 56 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 84% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

867 Total businesses
56 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 84%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Alkerton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alkerton 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 22%
2,722 Children (0-15) 18%
9,270 Working Age 60%
3,541 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.1% 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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Stonehouse Train Station 2 miles
Cam And Dursley Train Station 2.8 miles
Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Eastington 0 yards Churchend 0.6 miles Millend 0.6 miles Claypits 0.6 miles Middle Street 0.6 miles Chipmans Platt 0.9 miles Nupend 0.9 miles Cress Green 0.9 miles Oldend 1.2 miles Newtown 1.2 miles Nastend 1.4 miles Frocester 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Stroud
County Gloucestershire
Ward Stonehouse
Constituency Stroud
Parish Stonehouse
Region South West

Home Ownership in Alkerton

Of the 6,564 households in and around Alkerton, 72% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 72% Social rented 16% Private rented 12%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Alkerton.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alkerton

What is the population of Alkerton?
Alkerton has a population of approximately 15,540 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Alkerton?
The average property in and around Alkerton sold for about £366,502, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 5% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Alkerton a deprived area?
Alkerton sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Alkerton?
Alkerton is covered by the GL10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Alkerton?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Alkerton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Alkerton?
The nearest railway station to Alkerton is Stonehouse Train Station, about 2 miles away.

Streets in GL10 30 shown View all streets

A419 4 Abbots Way 1 Adelaide Gardens 1 Albany 1 Albion Court 1 Aldergate Street 1 Alfred Underwood Way 1 Alkerton Road 4 Anderson Drive 1 Arlebrook 1 Arrowsmith Drive 2 Ash Close 1 Avenue Terrace 1 Baker Close 1 Barlow Close 1 Bath Leaze 1 Bath Road 26 Beacon Lane 3 Beatrice Webb Lane 2 Beeches Close 2 Benton Court 1 Blackbird Court 1 Blackwell Close 1 Boakes Drive 1 Bond Close 1 Bradestones Way 1 Bramble Lane 1 Bridgend Court 1 Brimley 1 Brisbane 1

Postcodes in GL10 50 shown View all postcodes

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