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Broadwell built-up area

Built-up area0.2 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in GloucestershireBroadwell sits where the marker shows within the county.

10,066
Population
3,985
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
11
Schools nearby
£53,534
Avg. household income
794
Businesses
82
People per km²
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About Broadwell

Broadwell is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the postcode area GL56, situated in a rural part of the Cotswolds. The village is known for its traditional English countryside setting, with rolling hills and farmland surrounding it. Broadwell is close to the border with Worcestershire and is within easy reach of towns such as Tewkesbury and Cheltenham. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It features a few local amenities, including a church and a village hall, and is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle. The area is well-connected by road, with the A44 and A40 providing access to nearby cities and towns.

School Ratings in Broadwell

There are 11 schools in and around Broadwell. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Broadwell

The average property price is £568K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £771K.

Deprivation and Employment in Broadwell

Broadwell 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 Broadwell

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Broadwell, the nearest being Stow Surgery (1.4 miles away).

Local Data for Broadwell

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Property Prices 1,952 sales

Average Price £568K
£5K , £11M
Detached £771K 623
Semi £388K 511
Terraced £379K 468
Flat £226K 187

Schools & Education 11 within 5 miles View all schools

7 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Good 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL56 postcode area.

Springboard Children's Centre (Stow) 1.2 miles Stow-on-the-Wold Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Longborough Church of England Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Swell Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St David's Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles Kitebrook Preparatory School Not applicable 3.3 miles Kingham Hill School Not applicable 4 miles Kingham Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Bledington Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles The Cotswold Academy Secondary 4.6 miles Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School Primary 4.7 miles

Household Income in Broadwell ONS 2023

The average total household income in Broadwell is approximately £53,534 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,807. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Broadwell £53,534
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,807.

Businesses in Broadwell ONS 2025

There are approximately 794 active businesses based in Broadwell, around 79 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

794 Total businesses
79 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Broadwell IMD 2025

Broadwell 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
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
10/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 28%
1,560 Children (0-15) 15%
5,768 Working Age 57%
2,742 Older (65+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Moreton-In-Marsh Train Station 3.2 miles
Kingham Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Donnington 0.9 miles Maugersbury 1.2 miles Stow-on-the-Wold 1.4 miles Upper Oddington 1.8 miles Evenlode 1.8 miles Upper Swell 2 miles Lower Oddington 2.2 miles Lower Swell 2.2 miles Longborough 2.2 miles Adlestrop 2.5 miles Sezincote 2.6 miles Chastleton 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Cotswold
County Gloucestershire
Ward Moreton West
Constituency The Cotswolds
Parish Moreton-in-Marsh
Region South West

Home Ownership in Broadwell

Of the 4,675 households in and around Broadwell, 66% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 66% Social rented 16% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Broadwell.

Frequently Asked Questions about Broadwell

What is the population of Broadwell?
Broadwell has a population of approximately 10,066 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Broadwell?
The average property in and around Broadwell sold for about £568,250, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 63% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Broadwell a deprived area?
Broadwell sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Broadwell?
Broadwell is covered by the GL56 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Broadwell?
There are 11 schools within 5 miles of Broadwell, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Broadwell?
The nearest railway station to Broadwell is Moreton-In-Marsh Train Station, about 3.2 miles away.

Streets in GL56 30 shown View all streets

5th Avenue 1 6th Avenue 2 A424 1 A436 6 A44 18 Albemarle Close 1 Anson Close 2 Artisan Close 1 B4479 3 Back Ends 1 Back Lane 3 Banks Fee Lane 1 Barton Road 1 Bean Hill 1 Beaufort Road 2 Becket Close 2 Belcony 1 Bell Lane 3 Blenheim Way 1 Bluebell Close 1 Bourton Road 3 Bowes Lyon Close 1 Bowling Green Court 1 Brans Lane 1 Brewery Lane 1 Brook Lane 2 Buckle Street 2 Camden Close 1 Campden Road 1 Carson Close 1

Postcodes in GL56 50 shown View all postcodes

GL56 0AA GL56 0AB GL56 0AD GL56 0AF GL56 0AG GL56 0AH GL56 0AJ GL56 0AL GL56 0AQ GL56 0AS GL56 0AT GL56 0AU GL56 0AW GL56 0AX GL56 0AY GL56 0AZ GL56 0BA GL56 0BB GL56 0BD GL56 0BE GL56 0BG GL56 0BH GL56 0BJ GL56 0BL GL56 0BN GL56 0BP GL56 0BQ GL56 0BT GL56 0BU GL56 0BW GL56 0BX GL56 0BY GL56 0BZ GL56 0DA GL56 0DB GL56 0DD GL56 0DE GL56 0DF GL56 0DG GL56 0DH GL56 0DJ GL56 0DL GL56 0DN GL56 0DP GL56 0DQ GL56 0DR GL56 0DS GL56 0DT GL56 0DU GL56 0DW