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About Amberley
Amberley is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the GL5 postcode area, situated near the River Severn and close to the border with Worcestershire. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional Cotswold stone buildings, reflecting the character of the surrounding countryside. Amberley has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The local church, St Mary’s, is a notable feature and dates from the 12th century. The village is peaceful and offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle, with access to walking trails and nearby towns such as Tewkesbury and Cheltenham. It remains a close-knit community with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Amberley
Amberley is served by 51 schools. Woodchester Endowed Church of England Aided Primary School and Stroud High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Amberley
Property prices average £349K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £309K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Amberley
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Amberley
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Amberley 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 Amberley
There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Amberley, the nearest being Prices Mill Surgery (1.4 miles away).
Local Data for Amberley
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Property Prices 4,502 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL5 postcode area.
Household Income in Amberley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Amberley is approximately £54,920 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 £40,237. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,237.
Businesses in Amberley ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,305 active businesses based in Amberley, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Amberley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Amberley 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.
Crime in Amberley 1 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Amberley 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 town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Amberley
Of the 13,486 households in and around Amberley, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% 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 Amberley.