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Area guide

GL5 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the GL5 postcode area, covering Stroud and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

GL5 area price snapshot

Average price

£216,777

Median price

£190,500

5-year trend

+313.8%

Total sales

18,870

The GL5 area has 994 individual postcodes with 18,870 registered sales. Prices are +45.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Stroud. The five-year price movement is +313.8%.

Market context

With an average of £216,777, GL5 is a mid-range area, +45.7% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 18,870 recorded sales across 994 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in GL5 is +313.8%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for GL5

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how GL5 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in GL5.
  • 🏘️Explore Stroud. Much of the GL5 activity centres on Stroud. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the GL5 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in GL5

GL5 3NH

£101,207 avg · 225 sales

GL5 4TT

£212,389 avg · 180 sales

GL5 1JD

£105,006 avg · 168 sales

GL5 1PR

£129,951 avg · 159 sales

GL5 4LH

£78,372 avg · 155 sales

GL5 4EH

£178,640 avg · 144 sales

GL5 1UP

£125,250 avg · 124 sales

GL5 4JA

£198,972 avg · 121 sales

GL5 4QR

£84,705 avg · 118 sales

View all 994 postcodes in GL5 →

Useful tools for GL5 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,836

Avg £216,777 in GL5

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare GL5 with other areas

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Stroud data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This GL5 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in GL5?

The average sold price in the GL5 postcode area is £216,777, based on 18,870 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Stroud.

How do GL5 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in GL5 average £216,777, which is +45.7% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in GL5 lower than the average?

The median price (£190,500) is 12.1% below the average (£216,777), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have GL5 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in GL5 have moved +313.8% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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