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Location in GloucestershireAston Magna sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Aston Magna
Aston Magna is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the postcode area GL56, situated in a rural part of the Cotswolds. The village is known for its traditional English countryside setting, with rolling hills and open farmland surrounding it. The local community is tight-knit, and the area offers a peaceful environment away from urban centres. There are several historic buildings, including a church with medieval origins, which reflects the village’s long-standing heritage. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing essential services and amenities. It remains a quiet residential area, popular with those seeking a tranquil lifestyle in the English countryside.
School Ratings in Aston Magna
There are 8 schools in and around Aston Magna. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.
House Prices in Aston Magna
The average property price is £568K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £771K.
Deprivation and Employment in Aston Magna
Aston Magna sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Healthcare in Aston Magna
There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Aston Magna, the nearest being Mann Cottage Surgery (2.4 miles away).
Local Data for Aston Magna
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Property Prices 1,952 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL56 postcode area.
Household Income in Aston Magna ONS 2023
The average total household income in Aston Magna 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 Aston Magna ONS 2025
There are approximately 794 active businesses based in Aston Magna, 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 Aston Magna IMD 2025
Aston Magna sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Aston Magna
Of the 4,675 households in and around Aston Magna, 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 Aston Magna.