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Avening built-up area

Built-up area0.4 km² (0.2 sq mi)

Location in GloucestershireAvening sits where the marker shows within the county.

10,261
Population
3,700
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£60,535
Avg. household income
631
Businesses
79
People per km²
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About Avening

Avening is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its rolling hills and traditional stone buildings. The village is situated near the River Avon, which gives it its name, and is close to the town of Tewkesbury. Avening has a rural character, with a mix of residential homes and farmland surrounding it. The local community is active, with a church and a village hall serving as focal points. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, offering access to scenic footpaths and bridleways. The postcode area for Avening is GL8, which covers parts of the surrounding countryside. It is a peaceful place with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Avening

Avening is served by 33 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Avening

Property prices average £484K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £640K.

Deprivation and Employment in Avening

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Avening falls within the mid-range nationally for overall 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.

Healthcare in Avening

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Avening, the nearest being Minchinhampton Surgery (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Avening

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Property Prices 1,823 sales

Average Price £484K
£1K , £6.5M
Detached £640K 532
Semi £379K 465
Terraced £364K 442
Flat £288K 264

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

21 Primary
2 Secondary
10 Other
Good 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL8 postcode area.

Avening Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Minchinhampton Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Cotswold Chine School Not applicable Good 2 miles Beaudesert Park School Not applicable 2.2 miles The Acorn School Not applicable 2.2 miles Nailsworth Library Children's Centre 2.3 miles Brimscombe Church of England (VA) Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Ruskin Mill College Not applicable Good 2.5 miles Amberley Parochial School Primary 2.7 miles Sir William Romney's School Secondary Good 2.7 miles Chalford Hill Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Horsley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles

Household Income in Avening ONS 2023

The average total household income in Avening is approximately £60,535 a year before tax, 9% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,121. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Avening £60,535
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £44,121.

Businesses in Avening ONS 2025

There are approximately 631 active businesses based in Avening, around 61 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

631 Total businesses
61 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Avening IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Avening 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
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 25%
1,702 Children (0-15) 17%
5,955 Working Age 58%
2,603 Older (65+) 25%
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 4 stations

Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 4.7 miles
Kemble Train Station 6.2 miles
Stonehouse Train Station 6.3 miles
Cam And Dursley Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nag's Head 0.6 miles Hampton Fields 0.6 miles West End 0.9 miles Cherington 1.2 miles Ball's Green 1.4 miles Bubblewell 1.4 miles Forwood 1.8 miles Hampton Green 1.8 miles Box 1.8 miles Minchinhampton 1.8 miles Burnt Ash 1.9 miles Hyde 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Avening

Of the 4,630 households in and around Avening, 68% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 15% Private rented 17%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Avening

What is the population of Avening?
Avening has a population of approximately 10,261 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Avening?
The average property in and around Avening sold for about £483,642, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 39% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Avening a deprived area?
Avening 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 Avening?
Avening is covered by the GL8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Avening?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Avening, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Avening?
The nearest railway station to Avening is Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station, about 4.7 miles away.

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 0BS GL8 0BU 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