About Forthampton

Forthampton is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL19. The village is situated along the banks of the River Severn, providing a scenic backdrop for its residents and visitors. Forthampton is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The local community is close-knit, offering a peaceful atmosphere for those who live there. The village is conveniently located near larger towns, making it accessible for amenities and services. Nearby, you can find various walking paths and countryside views, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Forthampton is also home to a historic church, which adds to the village's character. Overall, it serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to enjoy the rural English landscape.

School Ratings in Forthampton

Families in Forthampton have access to 25 local schools. Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School and Hartpury College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Forthampton

Homes sell for an average of £470K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £495K.

Deprivation and Employment in Forthampton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Forthampton around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Forthampton

Broadband services in Forthampton range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,125 sales

Average Price £470K
£2K — £3.04M
Detached £495K 671
Semi £312K 215
Terraced £264K 58
Flat £152K 8

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
1 Secondary
8 Other
Eldersfield Lawn CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Abbey View Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Bredon School 2.3 miles Oneschool Global Uk - Tewkesbury Campus 2.4 miles Noah's Ark Children's Centre Good 2.5 miles Queen Margaret Primary Academy Primary 2.5 miles Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.7 miles Mitton Manor Primary School Primary 3 miles The John Moore Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Tirlebrook Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Tewkesbury Academy Secondary 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Forthampton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Forthampton are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
3,725 Children (0-15) 16%
14,354 Working Age 60%
7,488 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8% 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 4 stations

Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 4.4 miles
Colwall Train Station 8.7 miles
Great Malvern Train Station 9.4 miles
Ledbury Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cold Elm 0.6 miles Long Green 0.9 miles Slades Green 1.2 miles The Rampings 1.2 miles Chaceley 1.2 miles Linkend 1.4 miles Lower Lode 1.4 miles Piper's End 1.4 miles Buckbury 1.4 miles Chaceley Hole 1.4 miles Bushley Green 1.4 miles Corse Lawn 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Forest of Dean
County Gloucestershire
Ward Longhope & Huntley
Constituency Forest of Dean
Parish Tibberton
Region South West

Streets in GL19 30 shown View all streets

A40 13 A4136 1 A417 13 A438 4 Apperley Park 1 B4208 5 B4211 7 B4213 9 B4216 4 Baker's Lane 2 Bishops Walk 6 Blacksmith Lane 1 Blackwells End 1 Bloxhams Orchard 1 Boundary Place 1 Bramley Drive 1 Broad Street 1 Bromsberrow Road 1 Bulley Lane 1 Buttersend Lane 1 Byfords Close 2 Byfords Road 1 Chapel Lane 1 Chartist Lane 1 Chartist Piece 1 Chartist Way 1 Cheltenham Road 1 Chester Close 1 Church Lane 6 Church Road 2

Postcodes in GL19 50 shown View all postcodes

GL19 3AA GL19 3AB GL19 3AD GL19 3AE GL19 3AF GL19 3AG GL19 3AH GL19 3AJ GL19 3AL GL19 3AN GL19 3AP GL19 3AQ GL19 3AR GL19 3AS GL19 3AT GL19 3AU GL19 3AW GL19 3AX GL19 3AY GL19 3AZ GL19 3BA GL19 3BB GL19 3BD GL19 3BE GL19 3BG GL19 3BH GL19 3BJ GL19 3BN GL19 3BP GL19 3BQ GL19 3BS GL19 3BT GL19 3BU GL19 3BW GL19 3BX GL19 3BY GL19 3BZ GL19 3DA GL19 3DB GL19 3DD GL19 3DE GL19 3DF GL19 3DG GL19 3DH GL19 3DJ GL19 3DL GL19 3DN GL19 3DP GL19 3DQ GL19 3DR