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Location in WorcestershirePortway sits where the marker shows within the county.

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

Portway is a small village located in Worcestershire, England, within the GL19 postcode area. It is situated near the River Severn, providing a scenic backdrop for local residents. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape.

Local amenities include a few shops and a pub, which serve the community's needs. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient location for those who work or study outside of Portway. The area is also accessible by road, allowing for easy travel to larger cities in Worcestershire and beyond. Overall, Portway offers a quiet lifestyle with essential services close at hand.

School Ratings in Portway

Portway is served by 10 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 Portway

Property prices average £484K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £513K.

Deprivation and Employment in Portway

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Portway 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 Portway

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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 10 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL19 postcode area.

Pendock CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Bromesberrow St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Redmarley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Castlemorton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Staunton and Corse Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Eastnor Parochial Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.5 miles Pauntley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Eldersfield Lawn CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Welland Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles John Masefield High School Secondary Good 4.6 miles

Household Income in Portway ONS 2023

The average total household income in Portway 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.

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

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

Businesses in Portway ONS 2025

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

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Portway 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.

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 5 stations

Ledbury Train Station 5.1 miles
Colwall Train Station 5.8 miles
Great Malvern Train Station 7.6 miles
Malvern Link Train Station 8.7 miles
Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cobb's Cross 0.6 miles King's Green 0.6 miles Camer's Green 0.6 miles Pendock 0.9 miles White End 0.9 miles Lowbands 1.2 miles Berrow 1.4 miles Gadfield Elm 1.4 miles Playley Green 1.4 miles Rye Street 1.4 miles Chase End Street 1.4 miles Redmarley D'Abitot 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Portway

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Portway

What is the population of Portway?
Portway 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 Portway?
The average property in and around Portway 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 Portway a deprived area?
Portway 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 Portway?
Portway is covered by the GL19 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Portway?
There are 10 schools within easy reach of Portway, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Portway?
The nearest railway station to Portway is Ledbury Train Station, about 5.1 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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