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Location in WorcestershireLinkend 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 Linkend

Linkend is a small village located in Worcestershire, England, within the GL19 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and open countryside, providing a peaceful environment for its residents. The surrounding landscape includes fields and woodlands, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling.

Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns provide essential services and shops. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the wider region. Linkend's community is close-knit, with local events often bringing residents together. Overall, it is a quiet place suitable for those seeking a slower pace of life in the English countryside.

School Ratings in Linkend

Families in Linkend have access to 21 local schools. 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 Linkend

Homes sell for an average of £484K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £513K.

Deprivation and Employment in Linkend

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Linkend around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Linkend

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Linkend, the nearest being Staunton & Corse Surgery (2.9 miles away).

Local Data for Linkend

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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

14 Primary
1 Secondary
6 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL19 postcode area.

Eldersfield Lawn CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Deerhurst and Apperley Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.6 miles Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles Pendock CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Bredon School Not applicable 3.3 miles Abbey View Not applicable Requires Improvement 3.4 miles Oneschool Global Uk - Tewkesbury Campus Not applicable 3.4 miles Noah's Ark Children's Centre Good 3.7 miles Queen Margaret Primary Academy Primary 3.7 miles Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Ashleworth Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles The John Moore Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles

Household Income in Linkend ONS 2023

The average total household income in Linkend 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.

Linkend £58,140
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Linkend ONS 2025

There are approximately 733 active businesses based in Linkend, 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 Linkend IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Linkend 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
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 4 stations

Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 5.7 miles
Colwall Train Station 8.4 miles
Ledbury Train Station 8.9 miles
Great Malvern Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Corse Lawn 0.6 miles Chaceley Hole 0.9 miles Cold Elm 0.9 miles Sandpits 1.2 miles Chaceley 1.4 miles Forthampton 1.4 miles Lime Street 1.4 miles Hardwick Green 1.4 miles Town Street 1.4 miles Tirley Knowle 1.4 miles Long Green 1.4 miles Eldersfield 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Linkend

Of the 5,145 households in and around Linkend, 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 Linkend.

Frequently Asked Questions about Linkend

What is the population of Linkend?
Linkend 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 Linkend?
The average property in and around Linkend 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 Linkend a deprived area?
Linkend 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 Linkend?
Linkend is covered by the GL19 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Linkend?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Linkend, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Linkend?
The nearest railway station to Linkend is Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station, about 5.7 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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