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47,487
Population
19,519
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£52,781
Avg. household income
1,110
Businesses
958
People per km²
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About Barnwood

Barnwood is a residential area located in the county of Gloucestershire, within the country of England. It falls within the GL4 postcode area and is situated to the north of the city of Gloucester. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes. There are several local amenities, including shops, schools, and recreational facilities, making it a convenient place to live. Barnwood is well-connected by road, with access to the A417 and A46, and is served by regular bus services. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and groups contributing to its character. While it is not a historic town, it has developed steadily over the past century, offering a peaceful environment close to urban amenities.

School Ratings in Barnwood

Barnwood is served by 96 schools. Abbeymead Primary School and Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barnwood

Property prices average £287K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £242K.

Deprivation and Employment in Barnwood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barnwood 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 Barnwood

There are 74 GP surgeries within three miles of Barnwood, the nearest being Newmedica Gloucestershire (brighouse) (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Barnwood

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Property Prices 6,080 sales

Average Price £287K
£750 , £24.24M
Detached £389K 1,701
Semi £242K 2,153
Terraced £203K 1,513
Flat £136K 572

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

58 Primary
14 Secondary
24 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 13
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL4 postcode area.

Elmbridge Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Barnwood Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Barnwood Park School Secondary 0.6 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Sir Thomas Rich's School Secondary 0.6 miles Wotton House International School Gloucestershire Not applicable Inadequate 0.7 miles Longlevens Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Longlevens Infant School Primary 0.8 miles The Compass Children's Centre 0.9 miles Coney Hill Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Hillview Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Dinglewell Junior School Primary Good 1 miles

Household Income in Barnwood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barnwood is approximately £52,781 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,419. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barnwood £52,781
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,419.

Businesses in Barnwood ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,110 active businesses based in Barnwood, around 23 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 27 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,110 Total businesses
23 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Barnwood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barnwood 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 20%
8,950 Children (0-15) 19%
28,996 Working Age 61%
9,540 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.4% 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

Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 8.3 miles
Stonehouse Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wotton 0.6 miles Elmbridge 0.6 miles Coney Hill 0.6 miles Hucclecote 0.9 miles Tredworth 0.9 miles Barton 0.9 miles Gloucester 1.2 miles Saintbridge 1.2 miles Longlevens 1.2 miles Kingsholm 1.4 miles Abbeydale 1.4 miles Longford 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Gloucester
County Gloucestershire
Ward Tuffley
Constituency Gloucester
Parish Gloucester, unparished area
Region South West

Home Ownership in Barnwood

Of the 19,878 households in and around Barnwood, 71% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 16% Private rented 13%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barnwood

What is the population of Barnwood?
Barnwood has a population of approximately 47,487 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barnwood?
The average property in and around Barnwood sold for about £286,804, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 18% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barnwood a deprived area?
Barnwood sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barnwood?
Barnwood is covered by the GL4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barnwood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barnwood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barnwood?
The nearest railway station to Barnwood is Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station, about 8.3 miles away.

Streets in GL4 30 shown View all streets

A38 1 A417 3 A4173 10 Abbeymead Avenue 2 Abbots Road 1 Abbotswood Close 1 Acorn Court 1 Alderton Close 2 Almond Close 1 Alpine Close 1 Althorp Close 1 Amberley Road 2 Angelica Way 2 Apple Tree Close 1 Ardmore Close 2 Arlingham Road 2 Arreton Avenue 1 Arrowhead Close 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashbed Close 1 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashgrove Avenue 2 Ashgrove Way 1 Ashmore Road 1 Ashton Close 1 Askwith Road 1 Atkyns Drive 1 Augustine Way 1 Autumn Rise 1

Postcodes in GL4 50 shown View all postcodes

GL4 0AA GL4 0AB GL4 0AD GL4 0AE GL4 0AG GL4 0AH GL4 0AJ GL4 0AL GL4 0AN GL4 0AP GL4 0AQ GL4 0AR GL4 0AS GL4 0AT GL4 0AU GL4 0AW GL4 0AX GL4 0AY GL4 0AZ GL4 0BA GL4 0BB GL4 0BD GL4 0BE GL4 0BG GL4 0BH GL4 0BJ GL4 0BL GL4 0BN GL4 0BP GL4 0BQ GL4 0BS GL4 0BT GL4 0BU GL4 0BW GL4 0BX GL4 0BY GL4 0BZ GL4 0DA GL4 0DB GL4 0DD GL4 0DE GL4 0DF GL4 0DG GL4 0DH GL4 0DJ GL4 0DL GL4 0DN GL4 0DP GL4 0DQ GL4 0DR