Plusterwine, Gloucestershire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Plusterwine

Plusterwine is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL15. This rural area is characterised by its scenic countryside and traditional English architecture. The village is surrounded by fields and woodlands, making it a suitable spot for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling.

The local community is close-knit, with a few shops and amenities that cater to residents' daily needs. Plusterwine is also conveniently situated near larger towns, providing easy access to additional services and facilities. Visitors can appreciate the simplicity of village life while exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

School Ratings in Plusterwine

There are 17 schools in and around Plusterwine. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Plusterwine

The average property price is £299K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £361K.

Deprivation and Employment in Plusterwine

Plusterwine 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.

Local Data for Plusterwine

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Property Prices 3,464 sales

Average Price £299K

£500 , £16.25M

Detached £361K 1,449

Semi £227K 1,004

Terraced £197K 623

Flat £116K 135

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary

3 Secondary

3 Other

Good 7

Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL15 postcode area.

Woolaston Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Aylburton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.1 miles The Dean Academy Secondary Good 2.9 miles Lydney Church of England Community School Primary 3.3 miles St Briavels Parochial Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles SGS Berkeley Green UTC Secondary Good 3.8 miles Aurora Severnside School Not applicable Good 3.8 miles River Children's Centre 3.8 miles Severnbanks Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4 miles Bream Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Tutshill Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles

Household Income in Plusterwine ONS 2023

The average total household income in Plusterwine is approximately £50,255 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,475. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Plusterwine £50,255

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,475.

Businesses in Plusterwine ONS 2025

There are approximately 878 active businesses based in Plusterwine, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

878 Total businesses

38 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 9%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Plusterwine IMD 2025

Plusterwine 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

5/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 16%

Working age 59%

Older 65+ 25%

3,741 Children (0-15) 16%

13,692 Working Age 59%

5,938 Older (65+) 25%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.2% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.6% 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

Severn Beach Train Station 9.7 miles

Cam And Dursley Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brookend 0 yards Woolaston 0.6 miles Netherend 0.6 miles Smallbrook 0.6 miles Alvington 0.9 miles High Woolaston 1.2 miles Woolaston Slade 1.4 miles Woolaston Woodside 1.4 miles Nuppend 1.4 miles Woolaston Common 1.4 miles Stroat 1.8 miles Aylburton 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Forest of Dean

County Gloucestershire

Ward Newnham

Constituency Forest of Dean

Parish Awre

Region South West

Home Ownership in Plusterwine

Of the 10,192 households in and around Plusterwine, 74% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 13% Private rented 12%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Plusterwine

What is the population of Plusterwine?

Plusterwine has a population of approximately 23,360 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Plusterwine?

The average property in and around Plusterwine sold for about £298,991, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Plusterwine a deprived area?

Plusterwine sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Plusterwine?

Plusterwine is covered by the GL15 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Plusterwine?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Plusterwine, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Plusterwine?

The nearest railway station to Plusterwine is Severn Beach Train Station, about 9.7 miles away.

Streets in GL15 30 shown View all streets

A466 4 A48 21 Abbots Gate 1 Acacia Close 1 Acorn Drive 3 Admirals Close 1 Albert Street 4 Alderdale 1 All Saints Road 3 Allaston Road 3 Allen's Grove 3 Almond Walk 1 Apple Blossom Close 1 Archers Hall Place 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove Place 1 Ashway 1 Augustus Way 1 Awre Road 1 B4228 7 Badgers Way 1 Bailey Hill 2 Bailey Lane 1 Bakery Mews 2 Barnage Lane 3 Barrowell Lane 1 Bath Crescent 1 Bath Place 2 Bathurst Park Road 1 Beauchamp Meadow 1

Postcodes in GL15 50 shown View all postcodes

GL15 4AA GL15 4AB GL15 4AD GL15 4AE GL15 4AF GL15 4AG GL15 4AH GL15 4AJ GL15 4AL GL15 4AN GL15 4AP GL15 4AQ GL15 4AR GL15 4AS GL15 4AT GL15 4AU GL15 4AW GL15 4AX GL15 4AY GL15 4AZ GL15 4BA GL15 4BE GL15 4BG GL15 4BH GL15 4BJ GL15 4BL GL15 4BN GL15 4BQ GL15 4BS GL15 4BT GL15 4BU GL15 4BW GL15 4BX GL15 4BY GL15 4BZ GL15 4DA GL15 4DB GL15 4DD GL15 4DE GL15 4DF GL15 4DG GL15 4DH GL15 4DJ GL15 4DL GL15 4DP GL15 4DQ GL15 4DR GL15 4DS GL15 4DT GL15 4DU

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