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About Bowling Green
Bowling Green is a small settlement in the county of Gloucestershire, located in the west of England. It lies within the GL7 postcode area and is situated near the River Severn, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of farmland and scattered residential properties. The village is close to the town of Tewkesbury, which provides access to local amenities and services. There are no major attractions in Bowling Green itself, but it offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle. The community is small and close-knit, with a strong sense of local identity. The area is well-connected by road, with the A417 and A40 providing links to nearby towns and cities.
School Ratings in Bowling Green
There are 18 schools in and around Bowling Green. Fairford Church of England Primary School and Powell's Church of England Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bowling Green
The average property price is £540K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £718K.
Deprivation and Employment in Bowling Green
Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green
There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Bowling Green, the nearest being Working Age Adults (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Bowling Green
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Property Prices 6,693 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL7 postcode area.
Household Income in Bowling Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bowling Green is approximately £59,303 a year before tax, 7% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,571. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,571.
Businesses in Bowling Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,671 active businesses based in Bowling Green, around 55 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 49 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bowling Green IMD 2025
Bowling Green 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 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bowling Green
Of the 21,438 households in and around Bowling Green, 66% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 18% 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 Bowling Green.