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Location in GloucestershireBerkeley Heath sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Berkeley Heath
Berkeley Heath is a rural area located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL13 postcode area, situated near the village of Berkeley and close to the River Severn. The landscape is characterised by open fields and scattered woodland, offering a peaceful setting typical of the Gloucestershire countryside. The area is primarily agricultural, with farmland and hedgerows forming much of the local environment. While there is no significant settlement in Berkeley Heath itself, it is part of the wider parish of Berkeley and benefits from nearby amenities. The location is accessible by road, with the A417 and A419 providing connections to nearby towns such as Tewkesbury and Gloucester. The area is known for its quiet, rural character and is popular with walkers and those seeking a tranquil environment.
School Ratings in Berkeley Heath
Berkeley Heath is served by 27 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Berkeley Heath
Property prices average £355K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £448K.
Deprivation and Employment in Berkeley Heath
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Berkeley Heath falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Berkeley Heath
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Property Prices 889 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL13 postcode area.
Household Income in Berkeley Heath ONS 2023
The average total household income in Berkeley Heath is approximately £60,692 a year before tax, 10% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,242. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £42,242.
Businesses in Berkeley Heath ONS 2025
There are approximately 376 active businesses based in Berkeley Heath, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Berkeley Heath IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Berkeley Heath 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.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Berkeley Heath
Of the 2,797 households in and around Berkeley Heath, 73% are owned, 11% 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 Berkeley Heath.