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Location in GloucestershireBlaisdon sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blaisdon
Blaisdon is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL17 postcode area and is situated near the border with Herefordshire. The village is part of the civil parish of Blaisdon and is known for its rural setting and traditional countryside character. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Gloucestershire countryside. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is close to the River Wye, which forms part of the natural boundary between Gloucestershire and Herefordshire. Blaisdon is accessible by road, with the A4136 passing nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Ross-on-Wye and Hereford. The area is popular with walkers and those who enjoy the natural beauty of the region.
School Ratings in Blaisdon
Blaisdon is served by 21 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blaisdon
Property prices average £311K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £372K.
Deprivation and Employment in Blaisdon
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blaisdon 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 Blaisdon
There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Blaisdon, the nearest being Mitcheldean Surgery (2.8 miles away).
Local Data for Blaisdon
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Property Prices 1,457 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL17 postcode area.
Household Income in Blaisdon ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blaisdon is approximately £50,052 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,856. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,856.
Businesses in Blaisdon ONS 2025
There are approximately 556 active businesses based in Blaisdon, around 49 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blaisdon IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blaisdon 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 Blaisdon
Of the 4,821 households in and around Blaisdon, 79% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 10% 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 Blaisdon.