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Abbeydale

About

Abbeydale ward sits in the northern part of Gloucester, primarily a residential suburb developed in the mid-20th century. The area is characterised by its network of quiet, curving streets and a mix of housing, including many semi-detached homes. It contains several local convenience stores and takeaways catering to the immediate community. The ward is bordered by major routes like the A417 and A430, providing connections to the city centre and beyond.

The residential streets are complemented by green spaces such as the linear park along the Sud Brook. Abbeydale Community Centre serves as a local hub for activities. The area is functionally linked to the nearby retail parks and the Gloucester Business Park, which lies just to the east, providing local employment. Its layout is typical of post-war suburban planning, focusing on housing with local amenities within walking distance for most residents.

Area overview

On average Abbeydale has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Abbeydale is £55,277 per year. There are 1 schools in Abbeydale: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Abbeydale is home to around 7,151 people, with a population density of about 4,398.2 per km2.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

131

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Abbeydale Population

7,151

Population density

4,398.2 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

76.07(+131%)

Anti-social behaviour

23.35(+55%)

Shoplifting

18.46(+177%)

Public order

12.87(+95%)

Criminal damage and arson

12.45(+91%)

South West average

Demographics

British

6,258

87.51%

Other White

210

2.94%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

123

1.72%

Indian

118

1.65%

Caribbean

117

1.64%

Total population: 7,151

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,504

25.62%

Level 3 (A level)

1,105

18.82%

No qualifications

1,006

17.14%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

990

16.86%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

684

11.65%

Total 16+ residents: 5,871

Housing

Owns outright

1,384

47.32%

Owns with a mortgage

1,076

36.79%

Private landlord or letting agency

258

8.82%

Other social rented

2.84%

Social rents from council

1.91%

Total households: 2,925

Property prices in Abbeydale

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £277,500 in Abbeydale area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £495,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Abbeydale over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	28	£345,000	£278,700	£317,500	£420,000	£470,000
Flats	3	£147,500	£113,750	£128,750	£161,250	£172,250
Semi-Detached	52	£270,000	£236,100	£249,988	£293,125	£374,750
Terraced	9	£245,000	£215,200	£232,000	£265,000	£298,000

10 years median price trend in Abbeydale

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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