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Location in GloucestershireBrierley sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Brierley
Brierley is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL17 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the Cotswolds. The village is surrounded by rolling countryside and is known for its traditional stone buildings and peaceful atmosphere. Brierley is close to the border with Worcestershire and is within easy reach of towns such as Tewkesbury and Cheltenham. The area is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with fields, hedgerows, and scattered farms contributing to the quiet, countryside feel. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, serving the needs of the resident community. The village retains a strong sense of local identity and is a quiet place to live, with a close-knit community.
School Ratings in Brierley
Brierley is served by 31 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brierley
Property prices average £311K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £372K.
Deprivation and Employment in Brierley
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brierley 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 Brierley
There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Brierley, the nearest being Drybrook Surgery (1.6 miles away).
Local Data for Brierley
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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 Brierley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brierley 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 Brierley ONS 2025
There are approximately 556 active businesses based in Brierley, 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 Brierley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brierley 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.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brierley
Of the 4,821 households in and around Brierley, 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 Brierley.