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About

Abbey ward is located in the Cotswold district, covering part of the historic market town of Cirencester. The area includes a mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. Cirencester Park, one of the largest privately owned parks in England, lies nearby, offering walking routes and open landscapes. The ward also features historic architecture, including remnants of Roman influence, reflecting the town’s long history.

The ward is served by schools, shops, and healthcare facilities, making it a practical place to live. Public transport links provide access to nearby towns and cities, including Cheltenham and Swindon. Abbey ward maintains a balance between urban convenience and proximity to the countryside, with the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just a short distance away. The blend of history, community services, and natural surroundings defines the character of the area.

Area overview

On average Abbey has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 126 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Abbey is £45,562 per year. There are 4 schools in Abbey: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
126
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Abbey Population
2,452
Population density
183.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,251
91.8%
Other White
96
3.92%
Irish
20
0.82%
Other Asian
19
0.77%
Indian
13
0.53%
Total population: 2,452

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
460
42.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
208
19.22%
Owns with a mortgage
203
18.76%
Other social rented
157
14.51%
Other forms of private rent
32
2.96%
Total households: 1,082

Property prices in Abbey

Based on 40 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Abbey area, with individual transactions ranging from £108,000 up to £770,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Abbey in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Abbey over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£635,000
Flats16£147,500
Semi-Detached3£310,000
Terraced12£347,000

10 years median price trend in Abbey

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Abbey.

All postcodes in Abbey

GL75DS

Burford Road

GL72BW

Park Street

GL72DL

Barton Lane

GL72EX

Shepherds Way

GL72QU

Dugdale Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.