About Holywell

Holywell is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL12. It is situated near the River Frome, which adds to the village's appeal. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment. The village features a few local amenities, including a pub and a church, which serve as focal points for the community. Holywell is also close to larger towns, providing residents and visitors with access to more extensive services and shopping options. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, making it a suitable spot for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining connected to nearby urban centres.

School Ratings in Holywell

Families in Holywell have access to 23 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Holywell

Homes sell for an average of £419K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £495K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holywell

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Holywell, with 19 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Holywell

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Holywell among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. 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 Holywell

Broadband services in Holywell 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 2,147 sales

Average Price £419K
£400 — £9.61M
Detached £495K 1,023
Semi £324K 518
Terraced £285K 377
Flat £155K 81

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
The British School Primary Good 0.4 miles Wotton Children's Centre 0.6 miles Blue Coat CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Katharine Lady Berkeley's School Secondary Good 1.1 miles Kingswood Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles North Nibley CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Hillesley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Treetops Children's Centre Good 2.5 miles Dursley Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.5 miles Charfield Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Peak Academy 3.3 miles Rednock School Secondary Good 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Holywell IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Holywell experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,817 Children (0-15) 17%
16,848 Working Age 61%
8,016 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.3% 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

Crime in Holywell 101 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Holywell is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

41 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Shoplifting
15 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
2 Drugs
2 Other Theft
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
Local Policing
Gloucestershire Wotton-under-Edge Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Cam And Dursley Train Station 5.2 miles
Stonehouse Train Station 7.7 miles
Yate Train Station 8.2 miles
Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Synwell 0 yards Bradley 0.6 miles Coombe 0.6 miles Wotton-under-Edge 0.6 miles Bradley Green 1.2 miles Wortley 1.2 miles Bournstream 1.4 miles Howley 1.4 miles Southend 1.8 miles Kingswood 1.8 miles Ozleworth 1.9 miles Alderley 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Stroud
County Gloucestershire
Ward Wotton-under-Edge
Constituency The Cotswolds
Parish Wotton-under-Edge
Region South West

Streets in GL12 30 shown View all streets

A38 8 Abbey Mews 1 Abbey Street 2 Adey's Lane 3 Amberley Way 2 Anstey Gardens 1 Arkells Court 1 Arnolds Field Estate 2 Avon Crescent 1 Avon Road 1 B4058 2 B4060 4 B4509 5 Back Lane 1 Baden Hill Road 2 Bagstone Road 2 Bear Street 1 Bearlands 3 Beaumont Square 1 Berkeley Close 2 Betony Close 1 Blackquarries Hill 1 Blacksmith Hill 1 Boundary Close 1 Bradley Road 2 Bradley Street 3 Bramley Close 1 Brinkmarsh Lane 2 Bristol Road 8 Britannia Mews 1

Postcodes in GL12 50 shown View all postcodes

GL12 7AA GL12 7AD GL12 7AE GL12 7AF GL12 7AG GL12 7AH GL12 7AJ GL12 7AL GL12 7AN GL12 7AP GL12 7AQ GL12 7AR GL12 7AS GL12 7AT GL12 7AU GL12 7AW GL12 7AX GL12 7AY GL12 7AZ GL12 7BA GL12 7BB GL12 7BD GL12 7BE GL12 7BG GL12 7BH GL12 7BJ GL12 7BL GL12 7BN GL12 7BP GL12 7BQ GL12 7BS GL12 7BT GL12 7BU GL12 7BW GL12 7BX GL12 7BY GL12 7DA GL12 7DB GL12 7DE GL12 7DF GL12 7DH GL12 7DJ GL12 7DL GL12 7DN GL12 7DP GL12 7DQ GL12 7DR GL12 7DS GL12 7DT GL12 7DU