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Central Gloucester & Hempsted

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About

Central Gloucester & Hempsted encompasses the historic city core alongside a more modern residential and commercial zone. The area is defined by Gloucester Cathedral, a medieval landmark with a prominent tower visible across the city. The street plan follows ancient routes, leading to the historic docks, where old warehouses have been repurposed. This central district contains the main shopping streets, the Guildhall, and museums focused on local history.

Hempsted, to the southwest, is primarily residential with housing estates and local amenities. It borders the Gloucester-Sharpness Canal, a working waterway lined with industrial facilities. The area includes retail parks and business units, providing practical services. A notable local feature is Hempsted's landfill site, which has been landscaped and now includes a public country park with views over the Severn Vale.

Area overview

On average Central Gloucester & Hempsted has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 386 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Central Gloucester & Hempsted is £43,331 per year. There are 4 schools in Central Gloucester & Hempsted: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Central Gloucester & Hempsted is home to around 11,551 people, with a population density of about 1,485.9 per km2.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
386
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
18.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Central Gloucester & Hempsted Population
11,551
Population density
1,485.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
181.37(+450%)
Anti-social behaviour
116.44(+671%)
Shoplifting
64.32(+864%)
Public order
60.43(+817%)
Other theft
33.33(+492%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,908
68.47%
Other White
1,384
11.98%
African
269
2.33%
Other Asian
259
2.24%
Indian
259
2.24%
Total population: 11,549

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
3,085
30.97%
Level 3 (A level)
2,061
20.69%
No qualifications
1,804
18.11%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,290
12.95%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
957
9.61%
Total 16+ residents: 9,962

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,113
38.03%
Owns with a mortgage
1,124
20.23%
Owns outright
1,022
18.39%
Other social rented
804
14.47%
Social rents from council
215
3.87%
Total households: 5,556

Property prices in Central Gloucester & Hempsted

Based on 134 recent sales, the median property price is £166,000 in Central Gloucester & Hempsted area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,500 up to £710,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Central Gloucester & Hempsted 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 Central Gloucester & Hempsted over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£505,000
Flats75£138,000
Semi-Detached13£235,000
Terraced31£205,000

10 years median price trend in Central Gloucester & Hempsted

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Central Gloucester & Hempsted.

All postcodes in Central Gloucester & Hempsted

GL11NW

Westgate

GL11UB

Southgate Street

GL12BP

Westgate

GL12EL

Westgate

GL12QX

Archdeacon Street

GL19TA

Westgate

GL11NS

Eastgate Street

GL12BD

Pitt Street

GL12BN

Pitt Street

GL12DQ

Llanthony Road

GL12DX

Southgate Street

GL12ES

Westgate

GL12HT

Longsmith Street

GL12QY

Fountain Square

GL13AB

Worcester Street

GL19SE

Westgate

GL25FD

Spinnaker Road

GL25GU

Secunda Way

GL11DT

Buscombe Gardens

GL11HY

Parliament Street

GL11UL

Brunswick Square

GL12LZ

Westgate

GL12NZ

Westgate Street

GL12PN

Rudhall Court

GL12PT

Westgate Street

GL12RX

Westend Terrace

GL19TB

Westgate

GL25JS

Hempsted Lane

GL11AE

Spa Road

GL11LW

Park Road

GL11QX

Kings Barton Street

GL11SL

Northgate Street

GL11XN

Eastgate Street

GL12FF

Barbican Road

GL19SG

Westgate

GL19SJ

Westgate

GL11EN

Station Road

GL11GB

Friars Orchard

GL11TS

Greyfriars

GL12DN

Westgate

GL12HQ

Cross Keys Lane

GL12TB

St Marys Close

GL13AF

Black Dog Way

GL19ZZ

Westgate

GL25LP

Rea Lane

GL11PL

Westgate

GL12BL

Longhorn Avenue

GL12RY

Westend Parade

GL15AP

St Pauls Road

GL25NA

Spring Meadow Rise

GL25SB

Burrows Close

GL11SE

Northgate Street

GL11UR

Southgate Street

GL12AG

Hare Lane

GL12AP

Northgate Street

GL12DG

Westgate

GL12GB

Westgate

GL12PB

Westgate Street

GL15RY

Moreland

GL25JT

Hempsted Lane

GL25LJ

Prospect Terrace

GL12BA

Hare Lane

GL12BZ

Longhorn Avenue

GL12PE

Westgate Street

GL15PL

Philip Street

GL25FH

Wharfside Close

Data Sources

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