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England / South West / Stroud

About

Stroud District is located in Gloucestershire, in the South West of England. It covers an area of approximately 460 square kilometres, including the town of Stroud and several smaller settlements. The district is known for its rolling hills, woodlands, and the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which covers part of the region. The River Frome runs through the area, contributing to its rural character.

The district has a mix of market towns, villages, and farmland. Stroud town serves as the main hub, with a history tied to the wool trade and industrial heritage. The area is also home to the Golden Valley and the Severn Vale, offering varied landscapes. Transport links include the A46 and A419 roads, as well as rail connections to Gloucester and London. Agriculture, tourism, and small businesses play key roles in the local economy.

Area overview

On average Stroud has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stroud is £49,859 per year. There are 81 schools in Stroud: 58 primary (3 Outstanding and 48 Good) and 8 secondary (2 Outstanding and 6 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
10%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Stroud Population
121,104
Population density
263 per km²

Demographics

British
111,896
92.4%
Other White
3,909
3.23%
White and Asian (mixed)
786
0.65%
Irish
711
0.59%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
579
0.48%
Total population: 121,104

Housing

Owns outright
21,548
41.14%
Owns with a mortgage
16,532
31.56%
Private landlord or letting agency
6,125
11.69%
Social rents from council
4,521
8.63%
Other social rented
1,909
3.64%
Total households: 52,378

Property prices in Stroud

Based on 1,707 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Stroud area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £8,400,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached600£500,000
Flats187£170,000
Semi-Detached492£310,000
Terraced428£270,000

10 years price trend in Stroud

Data Sources

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