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About Broadwell
Broadwell is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, in the south of England. It lies within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its rolling hills and traditional stone buildings. The village is situated near the border with Gloucestershire, and its postcode area is GL7. Broadwell has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The parish church, dedicated to St. Mary, contains architectural features from the 12th and 14th centuries. The village is surrounded by farmland and offers a peaceful rural setting. It is approximately 10 miles north-east of Cheltenham and 15 miles south-west of Oxford, making it accessible to larger towns while retaining a quiet, countryside atmosphere.
School Ratings in Broadwell
Broadwell is served by 14 schools. Fairford Church of England Primary School and Powell's Church of England Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Broadwell
Property prices average £540K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £718K.
Deprivation and Employment in Broadwell
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broadwell falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Local Data for Broadwell
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Property Prices 6,693 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL7 postcode area.
Household Income in Broadwell ONS 2023
The average total household income in Broadwell is approximately £59,303 a year before tax, 7% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,571. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,571.
Businesses in Broadwell ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,671 active businesses based in Broadwell, around 55 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 49 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Broadwell IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broadwell in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Broadwell
Of the 21,438 households in and around Broadwell, 66% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Broadwell.



