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About

Stow ward is located in the northern part of the Cotswolds, centered around the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. The area is known for its rolling hills and traditional limestone buildings, characteristic of the Cotswolds. Stow-on-the-Wold itself has a long history as a trading hub, with a market square that dates back to the medieval period.

The ward includes several surrounding villages, such as Maugersbury and Lower Swell, which feature rural landscapes and quiet, narrow lanes. The area is primarily agricultural, with farmland and pasture dominating the scenery. Stow ward also attracts visitors due to its proximity to walking trails like the Cotswold Way, offering views of the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Stow has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stow is £49,259 per year. There are 2 schools in Stow: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

15.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Stow Population

2,480

Population density

107.5 per km²

Demographics

British

2,310

93.15%

Other White

3.35%

Irish

0.97%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.48%

Other Asian

0.4%

Total population: 2,480

Housing

Owns outright

568

46.6%

Owns with a mortgage

243

19.93%

Other social rented

167

13.7%

Private landlord or letting agency

147

12.06%

Other forms of private rent

4.43%

Total households: 1,219

Property prices in Stow

Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £470,000 in Stow area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £2,750,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	6	£1,265,000	£448,250	£685,000	£1,657,500	£2,500,000
Flats	4	£445,000	£362,750	£413,750	£515,000	£659,000
Semi-Detached	6	£338,000	£204,688	£237,563	£425,500	£447,500
Terraced	12	£506,250	£317,325	£425,000	£600,000	£1,025,500

10 years price trend in Stow

All postcodes in Stow

GL541LD

Bourton-on-the-Water & Vale

GL541FL

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541AB

High Street

GL541BQ

Digbeth Street

GL541DR

Back Walls

GL541FB

Oakeys Close

GL541HT

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541LH

Rectory Close

GL541LR

Fisher Close

GL541LX

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541AR

King Georges Field

GL541DB

Chapel Street

GL541DW

High Street

GL541FF

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541LU

Union Street

GL541AH

Lower Park Street

GL541HN

Fosse Lane

GL541JS

Sheep Street

GL541LS

Bartletts Park

GL541EN

Evesham Road

GL541FU

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541HH

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541LA

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541LW

Stonehouse Court

GL541AQ

Park Street

GL541AF

Badgeworth Road

GL541DX

Back Walls

GL541FW

Moreton & Stow-on-the-Wold

GL541JU

Station Road

GL541JZ

Bourton-on-the-Water & Vale

GL541LE

St Mary's Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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