Tetbury East & Rural is a ward in the Cotswold district, covering the eastern part of Tetbury and surrounding countryside. The area includes a mix of residential areas, farmland, and small villages, with a landscape typical of the Cotswolds. Tetbury itself is a historic market town, known for its Georgian architecture and local shops. The rural parts of the ward feature rolling hills, woodlands, and scattered farms, contributing to its quiet, pastoral character.
The ward is home to several smaller settlements, such as Beverston and Shipton Moyne, which retain a traditional Cotswold charm. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, alongside tourism due to the area's scenic appeal. The ward benefits from good road links, including the A433, connecting it to nearby towns like Cirencester and Malmesbury. Community events and local businesses add to the ward's sense of place, while its rural setting offers a slower pace of life.
Area overview
On average Tetbury East & Rural has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tetbury East & Rural is £50,500 per year.
Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
48
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
10.4%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Tetbury East & Rural Population
2,691
Population density
100.6 per km²
Demographics
British
2,434
90.42%
Other White
113
4.2%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
26
0.97%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
18
0.67%
White and Asian (mixed)
18
0.67%
Total population: 2,692
Christian
1,493
55.48%
No religion
1,029
38.24%
Not answered
137
5.09%
Muslim
12
0.45%
Buddhist
9
0.33%
Total population: 2,691
Level 4 qualifications or above
992
43.99%
Level 3 (A level)
377
16.72%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
269
11.93%
No qualifications
269
11.93%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
168
7.45%
Total 16+ residents: 2,255
Employed
1,253
55.61%
Retired
691
30.67%
Looking after home or family
84
3.73%
Other economically inactive
63
2.8%
Student
59
2.62%
Total 16+ residents: 2,253
Housing
Owns outright
518
40.44%
Owns with a mortgage
315
24.59%
Private landlord or letting agency
215
16.78%
Other social rented
116
9.06%
Other forms of private rent
51
3.98%
Total households: 1,281
Detached
414
32.34%
Semi-detached
345
26.95%
Terraced
266
20.78%
Purpose-built flat
171
13.36%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
35
2.73%
Total households: 1,280
Property prices in Tetbury East & Rural
Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £473,750 in Tetbury East & Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £132,000 up to £3,500,000.
