About Bridgend

Bridgend is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the GL10 postcode area and is situated near the River Severn, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a mix of traditional stone and brick houses, with a few local shops and a pub serving the community. It is close to the town of Tewkesbury, which provides additional amenities and transport links. The area is known for its rural character and peaceful atmosphere, with walking paths along the river and through nearby fields. Bridgend is part of the wider Tewkesbury district and is accessible by road from the A40 and A417, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times.

School Ratings in Bridgend

There are 59 schools in and around Bridgend. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bridgend

The average property price is £203K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £180K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bridgend

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Bridgend, with 60 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bridgend

Bridgend sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bridgend

Broadband speeds in Bridgend are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 15,656 sales

Average Price £203K
£100 — £6.9M
Detached £301K 4,300
Semi £180K 5,894
Terraced £132K 4,342
Flat £103K 585

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

36 Primary
5 Secondary
18 Other
Wycliffe College 0.4 miles Hopelands Preparatory School Good 0.4 miles Leonard Stanley Church of England Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Stonehouse The Park Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Park Junior School Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Stonehouse Park Infant School Primary Good 0.6 miles King's Stanley CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles The Shrubberies School Good 0.9 miles Maidenhill School Secondary Good 1 miles Foxmoor Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Great Oldbury Primary Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Eastington Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bridgend IMD 2025

Bridgend 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,141 Children (0-15) 19%
16,604 Working Age 60%
7,778 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.1% 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

Crime in Bridgend 507 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bridgend sit broadly in line with national averages for a city of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

238 Violence & Sexual Offences
60 Public Order
51 Anti-Social Behaviour
42 Criminal Damage & Arson
36 Shoplifting
20 Other Theft
17 Other Crime
14 Drugs
13 Vehicle Crime
10 Burglary
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Stonehouse Train Station 0.5 miles
Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 2.8 miles
Cam And Dursley Train Station 3.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stanley Downton 0 yards Ryeford 0.6 miles Leonard Stanley 0.6 miles Stonehouse 0.6 miles King's Stanley 0.9 miles Oldend 0.9 miles Newtown 0.9 miles Ebley 1.2 miles Cress Green 1.2 miles Middleyard 1.4 miles Frocester 1.4 miles Cashes Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bridgend
Ward Bridgend Central
Constituency Bridgend
Parish Bridgend

Streets in Bridgend 30 shown View all streets

A4061 14 A4063 5 A4064 9 A4093 8 A4229 3 A473 3 A48 7 Abbey Road 4 Aber Road 3 Aberfields View 1 Abergarw Road 2 Acland Road 1 Acorn Walk 1 Adams Avenue 1 Adare Street 5 Ael Y Bryn 2 Ael-y-Bryn 1 Afon Fach 1 Albany Road 1 Albion Place 1 Alexandra Road 2 All Saints Way 1 Alma Terrace 2 Alyson Way 1 Angel Street 4 Angel Way 2 Angelton Green 1 Anglia Close 1 Ardwyn Vale 1 Arnant Villas 1

Postcodes in Bridgend 50 shown View all postcodes

CF31 1AB CF31 1AF CF31 1AG CF31 1AH CF31 1BB CF31 1BD CF31 1BE CF31 1BL CF31 1BN CF31 1BW CF31 1BX CF31 1BZ CF31 1DB CF31 1DD CF31 1DE CF31 1DF CF31 1DL CF31 1DN CF31 1DP CF31 1DQ CF31 1DU CF31 1DW CF31 1EA CF31 1EB CF31 1ED CF31 1EF CF31 1EH CF31 1EJ CF31 1EN CF31 1EQ CF31 1ET CF31 1EX CF31 1GW CF31 1HA CF31 1HB CF31 1HD CF31 1HE CF31 1HF CF31 1HG CF31 1HH CF31 1HJ CF31 1HL CF31 1HP CF31 1HQ CF31 1HR CF31 1HU CF31 1HW CF31 1HX CF31 1HZ CF31 1JB