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Location in GloucestershireThe Leigh sits where the marker shows within the county.

13,347
Population
3,435
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£58,140
Avg. household income
733
Businesses
94
People per km²
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About The Leigh

The Leigh is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the GL19 postcode area. This rural community is surrounded by the natural beauty of the English countryside, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of its inhabitants.

Nearby, you will find several walking paths that allow for exploration of the surrounding fields and woodlands. The Leigh is conveniently situated for those wishing to visit larger towns and cities in the region, making it a suitable base for exploring Gloucestershire. The village's location provides easy access to various outdoor activities, including hiking and cycling, which are popular among locals and visitors.

School Ratings in The Leigh

There are 60 schools in and around The Leigh. 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 The Leigh

The average property price is £484K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £513K.

Deprivation and Employment in The Leigh

The Leigh 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.

Local Data for The Leigh

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Property Prices 1,100 sales

Average Price £484K
£500 , £5.7M
Detached £513K 641
Semi £318K 201
Terraced £251K 68
Flat £147K 6

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
8 Secondary
15 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL19 postcode area.

Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Norton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Tredington Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Oneschool Global Uk - Tewkesbury Campus Not applicable 2.9 miles Springbank Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Noah's Ark Children's Centre Good 3.4 miles Queen Margaret Primary Academy Primary 3.4 miles All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Secondary Good 3.4 miles The John Moore Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Churchdown Parton Manor Infant School Primary 3.5 miles Pate's Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 3.5 miles

Household Income in The Leigh ONS 2023

The average total household income in The Leigh is approximately £58,140 a year before tax, 5% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,874. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

The Leigh £58,140
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,874.

Businesses in The Leigh ONS 2025

There are approximately 733 active businesses based in The Leigh, around 55 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

733 Total businesses
55 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in The Leigh IMD 2025

The Leigh 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
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 13%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 26%
1,802 Children (0-15) 13%
8,096 Working Age 61%
3,452 Older (65+) 26%
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 1 stations

Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Knightsbridge 1.2 miles Boddington 1.4 miles Prior's Norton 1.4 miles Barrow 1.4 miles Apperley 1.4 miles Deerhurst Walton 1.4 miles Norton 1.8 miles Deerhurst 1.9 miles Hardwicke 2 miles Piff's Elm 2 miles Chaceley Stock 2 miles Bishop's Norton 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in The Leigh

Of the 5,145 households in and around The Leigh, 80% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 80% Social rented 7% Private rented 13%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Leigh

What is the population of The Leigh?
The Leigh has a population of approximately 13,347 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in The Leigh?
The average property in and around The Leigh sold for about £484,075, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 39% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is The Leigh a deprived area?
The Leigh sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover The Leigh?
The Leigh is covered by the GL19 postcode district.
How many schools are there in The Leigh?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of The Leigh, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to The Leigh?
The nearest railway station to The Leigh is Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station, about 5.3 miles away.

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

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