About Ashley

Ashley is a village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL8 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 primary school serving local residents. There are several pubs and cafes in the area, providing places for socialising and refreshment. Ashley is well-connected by road, with the A417 passing nearby, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns such as Cheltenham and Gloucester. The area is known for its rural character and peaceful environment, with walking trails along the river and through nearby woodlands. The village maintains a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities throughout the year.

School Ratings in Ashley

Families in Ashley have access to 12 local schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashley

Homes sell for an average of £468K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £577K.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashley around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashley

Broadband services in Ashley range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,933 sales

Average Price £468K
£1K — £5M
Detached £577K 590
Semi £365K 511
Terraced £358K 450
Flat £290K 246

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Crudwell CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Rodmarton Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Sir William Romney's School Secondary Good 2.8 miles Springboard Children's Centre (Tetbury) 3 miles Oaksey CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Kemble Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Avening Primary School Primary 4 miles Malmesbury Children's Centre Good 4 miles Malmesbury Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Malmesbury School Secondary 4.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Malmesbury Primary Good 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ashley are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
2,302 Children (0-15) 17%
7,754 Working Age 58%
4,548 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.3% 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

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Kemble Train Station 3.7 miles
Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Culkerton 0.6 miles West Crudwell 0.9 miles Chedglow 0.9 miles Crudwell 1.8 miles Rodmarton 2 miles Long Newnton 2.2 miles Murcott 2.2 miles Chelworth 2.5 miles Tetbury 2.6 miles Eastcourt 2.8 miles Cherington 3.1 miles Kemble Wick 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Cotswold
County Gloucestershire
Ward Tetbury East & Rural
Constituency The Cotswolds
Parish Tetbury
Region South West

Streets in GL8 30 shown View all streets

A4135 6 A433 8 Alexander Gardens 1 Ashcroft Road 1 B4014 3 B4058 1 Back Lane 1 Bath Road 10 Beech Tree Gardens 1 Berkeley Way 1 Beverston 2 Bowldown Road 8 Boxwell Road 2 Braybrooke Close 1 Brays Avenue 1 Castle Farm Close 1 Cattle Lane 1 Charlton Road 2 Chavenage Lane 10 Cherry Orchard Road 1 Chestnut Close 1 Cheviot Close 1 Chipping Street 2 Church Lane 1 Church Street 1 Cirencester Road 8 Clarrie Road 1 Close Gardens 1 Combers End 1 Conygar Road 2

Postcodes in GL8 50 shown View all postcodes

GL8 0AX GL8 0AY GL8 0BA GL8 0BL GL8 0BN GL8 8AA GL8 8AB GL8 8AE GL8 8AN GL8 8AP GL8 8AQ GL8 8AR GL8 8AS GL8 8AT GL8 8AU GL8 8AX GL8 8AY GL8 8AZ GL8 8BA GL8 8BB GL8 8BD GL8 8BE GL8 8BG GL8 8BH GL8 8BJ GL8 8BL GL8 8BN GL8 8BP GL8 8BQ GL8 8BS GL8 8BT GL8 8BU GL8 8BW GL8 8BX GL8 8BY GL8 8BZ GL8 8DA GL8 8DB GL8 8DD GL8 8DE GL8 8DF GL8 8DG GL8 8DH GL8 8DJ GL8 8DL GL8 8DN GL8 8DP GL8 8DQ GL8 8DR GL8 8DS