About Beckford

Beckford is a village located in the county of Worcestershire, in the west 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 GL20, which serves the surrounding region. Beckford has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The village centre features a church, a pub, and a small shop, offering a sense of community typical of rural English villages. It is a peaceful place, with narrow lanes and open countryside nearby, making it a quiet spot for those seeking a slower pace of life. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, who enjoy the scenic routes through the surrounding fields and woodlands.

School Ratings in Beckford

There are 22 schools in and around Beckford. Alderman Knight School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beckford

The average property price is £358K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £442K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beckford

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Beckford, with 38 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beckford

Beckford 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 generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Beckford

Broadband speeds in Beckford are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,323 sales

Average Price £358K
£500 — £37.05M
Detached £442K 1,361
Semi £259K 1,173
Terraced £222K 1,139
Flat £132K 389

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
3 Secondary
3 Other
Overbury CofE First School Primary Good 1.5 miles Oak Hill Church of England Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Ashton-under-Hill First School Primary Good 2.2 miles Bredon Hill Academy Middle deemed secondary 2.2 miles Ashchurch Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Northway and Ashchurch Children's Centre Good 3.3 miles Northway Infant School Primary 3.3 miles Carrant Brook Junior School Primary 3.3 miles Bredon Hancock's Endowed CofE First School Primary 3.4 miles Sedgeberrow CofE First School Primary 3.5 miles Elmley Castle CofE First School Primary Good 3.6 miles Gretton Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beckford IMD 2025

Beckford 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,533 Children (0-15) 16%
23,223 Working Age 59%
12,972 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.4% 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 Beckford 121 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Beckford sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

42 Violence & Sexual Offences
38 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Other Theft
8 Shoplifting
6 Public Order
5 Burglary
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Crime
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 3.3 miles
Evesham Train Station 6.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Beckford 0.6 miles Teddington Hands 0.9 miles Great Washbourne 0.9 miles Conderton 1.4 miles Grafton 1.4 miles Teddington 1.4 miles Overbury 1.8 miles Little Washbourne 1.8 miles Bengrove 1.9 miles Aston on Carrant 2 miles Alstone 2 miles Alderton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Tewkesbury
County Gloucestershire
Ward Tewkesbury South
Constituency Tewkesbury
Parish Tewkesbury
Region South West

Streets in GL20 30 shown View all streets

A38 4 A438 1 A46 1 Abbey Meadow 1 Abbey Precinct 2 Abbey View 1 Abbot's Road 4 Abbots Court Drive 2 Abbots Walk 1 Alexandra Way 4 Alpha Close 1 Ambrosia Walk 1 Angelica Mews 1 Anne Walk 2 Arlington Road 2 Arundel Road 3 Ash Road 2 Ashchurch Road 28 Ashton Road 3 Aston Fields Lane 1 Avon View 1 Avoncrest Drive 1 B4077 4 B4079 6 B4080 2 B4211 4 Back Lane 2 Back of Avon 4 Back Of Mount Pleasant 2 Barton Court 1

Postcodes in GL20 50 shown View all postcodes

GL20 5AB GL20 5AD GL20 5AE GL20 5AF GL20 5AG GL20 5AH GL20 5AJ GL20 5AL GL20 5AN GL20 5AP GL20 5AQ GL20 5AT GL20 5AU GL20 5AW GL20 5AX GL20 5AY GL20 5AZ GL20 5BA GL20 5BB GL20 5BD GL20 5BE GL20 5BH GL20 5BJ GL20 5BL GL20 5BN GL20 5BP GL20 5BQ GL20 5BS GL20 5BT GL20 5BU GL20 5BW GL20 5BX GL20 5BY GL20 5BZ GL20 5DA GL20 5DB GL20 5DD GL20 5DE GL20 5DF GL20 5DG GL20 5DH GL20 5DL GL20 5DN GL20 5DP GL20 5DQ GL20 5DR GL20 5DS GL20 5DT GL20 5DU GL20 5DW