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Location in GloucestershireBrimscombe sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Brimscombe
Brimscombe is a village located in Gloucestershire, in the south-west of England. It lies within the Stroud district and is situated near the River Frome, which flows through the area. The village is part of the wider Cotswolds region, known for its rolling hills and rural landscapes. Brimscombe is close to the town of Stroud and is accessible via the A419 road. The area has a mix of residential properties and some local businesses, including a few shops and pubs. The village is also known for its proximity to the historic Brimscombe Port, which was once a key point on the Stroudwater Navigation canal system. The postcode area for Brimscombe is GL5, and it falls within the broader postcode district of Gloucester.
School Ratings in Brimscombe
There are 51 schools in and around Brimscombe. Woodchester Endowed Church of England Aided Primary School and Stroud High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brimscombe
The average property price is £349K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £309K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brimscombe
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Brimscombe
Brimscombe 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.
Healthcare in Brimscombe
There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Brimscombe, the nearest being Minchinhampton Surgery (0.9 miles away).
Property Prices 4,502 sales
Schools & Education 51 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL5 postcode area.
Household Income in Brimscombe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brimscombe is approximately £54,920 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,237. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,237.
Businesses in Brimscombe ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,305 active businesses based in Brimscombe, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brimscombe IMD 2025
Brimscombe 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.
Crime in Brimscombe 1 crimes · June 2026
Brimscombe records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brimscombe
Of the 13,486 households in and around Brimscombe, 70% are owned, 14% 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 Brimscombe.