gloucester GL1 Postcodes
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Gloucester (GL1)
The GL1 postcode area is located in the Gloucester postcode town region, within the county of Gloucestershire, and contains a total of 1544 individual postcodes.
There are 8 electoral wards in the GL1 postcode area, including Badminton, Berkeley, Blakeney, Cheltenham, Chipping Campden, Cinderford, Cirencester, Coleford, Drybrook, Dursley, Dymock, Fairford, Gloucester, Lechlade, Longhope, Lydbrook, Lydney, Mitcheldean, Moreton-In-Marsh, Newent, Newnham, Ruardean, Stonehouse, Stroud, Tetbury, Tewkesbury, Westbury-On-Severn, Wotton-Under-Edge which come under the local authority of the Gloucester Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in GL1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of GL1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The GL1 postcode area is a traditional postal area located in the market town of Gloucester in the Gloucestershire region of England. It is a mix of mainly residential buildings, with some commercial and industrial addresses, and covers most of the city centre.
The GL1 postcode area includes the closest neighbourhoods to the centre of the city, such as Barnwood, Kingsholm, Matson, The Reddings, Tredworth, White City, and Hempsted.
It is surrounded by a number of other postcode areas, including GL2 (Quedgeley and Kingsway), GL3 (Cainscross and Dudbridge), GL4 (Gloucester Docks and Linden), GL5 (Innsworth and Longlevens), and GL50 (Cheltenham).
GL1 is categorised as a mainly residential postcode and covers most of the city center, with a small amount of industrial and commercial activity. The GL1 area has a diverse and vibrant range of attractions, including parks, playgrounds, pubs, shops, markets, public gardens, and restaurants, making it a popular residential area. It also has a number of historic and cultural attractions, such as the Cathedral and Gloucester Docks.
The GL1 postcode is also home to several important educational and cultural institutions, such as Gloucester College, Gloucester Services College, the University of Worcester, the University of Gloucestershire, and Stroud College. Additionally, the local library has many books, videos, and computers available for use, making the GL1 area a great place to live and study.
Residents of the GL1 area also benefit from a variety of transport links. Regular buses run throughout the city, whilst Gloucester train station offers direct services to Hereford, Worcester, Bristol and London Paddington.
TheGL1 postcode is a great place to live and work, featuring a range of activities, attractions, educational institutions, and transport options for all residents.
Demographics
Gloucestershire
GL1 is located in the county of Gloucestershire, in England.
Gloucestershire has a total population of 900,800, making it the 23rd largest county in the UK.
Gloucestershire has a total area of 1216 square miles, and a population density of 285 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | GL1 |
| Postal Town | Gloucester |
| MSOA Name | Gloucester 007 |
| LSOA Name | Gloucester 007G |
| County | Gloucestershire |
| Region | Gloucestershire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Gloucester |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
GL1 Electoral Wards
The postal region of GL1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.