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About Breadstone
Breadstone is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL13 postcode area and is situated near the border with Herefordshire. The village is characterised by its rural setting, with open countryside and rolling hills typical of the region. Breadstone is part of the civil parish of Painswick, and the surrounding area is known for its agricultural land and traditional English hedgerows. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. It is accessible by road from nearby towns such as Cheltenham and Gloucester, and is within easy reach of the Cotswold Hills. The local environment offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape.
School Ratings in Breadstone
There are 24 schools in and around Breadstone. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Breadstone
The average property price is £355K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £448K.
Deprivation and Employment in Breadstone
Breadstone 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 broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Breadstone
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Breadstone, the nearest being Cam & Uley Family Practice (2.1 miles away).
Local Data for Breadstone
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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 Breadstone ONS 2023
The average total household income in Breadstone 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 Breadstone ONS 2025
There are approximately 376 active businesses based in Breadstone, 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 Breadstone IMD 2025
Breadstone 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 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Breadstone
Of the 2,797 households in and around Breadstone, 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 Breadstone.