About Lower Tuffley

Lower Tuffley is a suburb located in the county of Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL4. It is situated to the east of Gloucester city centre and offers a mix of residential housing and local amenities. The area is primarily residential, featuring a variety of home styles, from traditional to more modern developments. Local facilities include schools, parks, and shops, providing essential services for residents. Lower Tuffley is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby areas and the city centre. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with several walking paths and green spaces available for leisure.

School Ratings in Lower Tuffley

Families in Lower Tuffley have access to 89 local schools. Abbeymead Primary School and Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Tuffley

Homes sell for an average of £272K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £238K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower Tuffley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Weapons is the leading concern across Lower Tuffley, with 1 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Tuffley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Lower Tuffley around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lower Tuffley

Lower Tuffley benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,131 sales

Average Price £272K
£750 — £12.91M
Detached £383K 1,760
Semi £238K 2,133
Terraced £197K 1,558
Flat £135K 559

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

55 Primary
11 Secondary
23 Other
Harewood Infant School Primary Good 0.3 miles Harewood Junior School Primary Good 0.3 miles Holmleigh Park High School Secondary Good 0.3 miles Willow Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles St Peter's Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary Good 0.5 miles Grange Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles The Oaks Children's Centre 0.5 miles The Altus School Good 0.5 miles The Beacon Children's Centre 0.7 miles Kingsway Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Valley Bridge School Requires Improvement 0.7 miles The Crypt School Secondary Outstanding 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Tuffley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Lower Tuffley 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
13,790 Children (0-15) 19%
43,912 Working Age 61%
18,506 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.4% 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 Lower Tuffley 4 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Lower Tuffley are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Gloucestershire Tuffley and Grange 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 3 stations

Stonehouse Train Station 5.9 miles
Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 6 miles
Cam And Dursley Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Quedgeley 0.6 miles Podsmead 0.6 miles Tuffley 0.9 miles Whaddon 0.9 miles Linden 1.2 miles Lower Rea 1.4 miles Brookthorpe 1.4 miles Hempsted 1.4 miles Hardeicke 1.8 miles Four Mile Elm 1.8 miles St Paul's 1.9 miles Matson 2 miles

Local Government

District Gloucester
County Gloucestershire
Ward Tuffley
Constituency Gloucester
Parish Gloucester, unparished area
Region South West

Streets in GL4 30 shown View all streets

A38 1 A417 3 A4173 10 Abbeymead Avenue 2 Abbots Road 1 Abbotswood Close 1 Acorn Court 1 Alderton Close 2 Almond Close 1 Alpine Close 1 Althorp Close 1 Amberley Road 2 Angelica Way 2 Apple Tree Close 1 Ardmore Close 2 Arlingham Road 2 Arreton Avenue 1 Arrowhead Close 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashbed Close 1 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashgrove Avenue 2 Ashgrove Way 1 Ashmore Road 1 Ashton Close 1 Askwith Road 1 Atkyns Drive 1 Augustine Way 1 Autumn Rise 1

Postcodes in GL4 50 shown View all postcodes

GL4 0AA GL4 0AB GL4 0AD GL4 0AE GL4 0AG GL4 0AH GL4 0AJ GL4 0AL GL4 0AN GL4 0AP GL4 0AQ GL4 0AR GL4 0AS GL4 0AT GL4 0AU GL4 0AW GL4 0AX GL4 0AY GL4 0AZ GL4 0BA GL4 0BB GL4 0BD GL4 0BE GL4 0BG GL4 0BH GL4 0BJ GL4 0BL GL4 0BN GL4 0BP GL4 0BQ GL4 0BS GL4 0BT GL4 0BU GL4 0BW GL4 0BX GL4 0BY GL4 0BZ GL4 0DA GL4 0DB GL4 0DD GL4 0DE GL4 0DF GL4 0DG GL4 0DH GL4 0DJ GL4 0DL GL4 0DN GL4 0DP GL4 0DQ GL4 0DR