About Southend

Southend is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL12. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful atmosphere for its inhabitants. Southend is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cotswolds, making it an appealing location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is conveniently situated near larger towns, providing easy access to additional amenities and services. Local facilities include a few shops and a community centre, where residents can engage in various activities. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling hills and scenic views, making it a pleasant area for leisurely strolls and enjoying nature.

School Ratings in Southend

Families in Southend have access to 25 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Southend

Homes sell for an average of £419K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £495K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Southend

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Southend, with 2 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Southend

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Southend among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Southend

Broadband services in Southend range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,147 sales

Average Price £419K
£400 — £9.61M
Detached £495K 1,023
Semi £324K 518
Terraced £285K 377
Flat £155K 81

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
North Nibley CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Wotton Children's Centre 1.7 miles Blue Coat CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Treetops Children's Centre Good 1.7 miles Dursley Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Katharine Lady Berkeley's School Secondary Good 1.8 miles The British School Primary Good 1.9 miles Rednock School Secondary Good 2.1 miles Kingswood Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Peak Academy 2.4 miles Charfield Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Cam Everlands Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Southend IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Southend experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,817 Children (0-15) 17%
16,848 Working Age 61%
8,016 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Southend 16 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Southend are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

10 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Other Theft
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Shoplifting
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Gloucestershire Wotton-under-Edge Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Cam And Dursley Train Station 3.9 miles
Stonehouse Train Station 7.2 miles
Yate Train Station 8.8 miles
Stroud (Gloucs) Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Nibley 0.6 miles Forthay 0.6 miles Bournstream 0.6 miles Howley 0.6 miles Nibley Green 0.9 miles Pitt Court 0.9 miles Millend 0.9 miles Bradley Green 1.2 miles Coombe 1.4 miles Bradley 1.4 miles Woodmancote 1.4 miles Holywell 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Stroud
County Gloucestershire
Ward Wotton-under-Edge
Constituency The Cotswolds
Parish Wotton-under-Edge
Region South West

Streets in GL12 30 shown View all streets

A38 8 Abbey Mews 1 Abbey Street 2 Adey's Lane 3 Amberley Way 2 Anstey Gardens 1 Arkells Court 1 Arnolds Field Estate 2 Avon Crescent 1 Avon Road 1 B4058 2 B4060 4 B4509 5 Back Lane 1 Baden Hill Road 2 Bagstone Road 2 Bear Street 1 Bearlands 3 Beaumont Square 1 Berkeley Close 2 Betony Close 1 Blackquarries Hill 1 Blacksmith Hill 1 Boundary Close 1 Bradley Road 2 Bradley Street 3 Bramley Close 1 Brinkmarsh Lane 2 Bristol Road 8 Britannia Mews 1

Postcodes in GL12 50 shown View all postcodes

GL12 7AA GL12 7AD GL12 7AE GL12 7AF GL12 7AG GL12 7AH GL12 7AJ GL12 7AL GL12 7AN GL12 7AP GL12 7AQ GL12 7AR GL12 7AS GL12 7AT GL12 7AU GL12 7AW GL12 7AX GL12 7AY GL12 7AZ GL12 7BA GL12 7BB GL12 7BD GL12 7BE GL12 7BG GL12 7BH GL12 7BJ GL12 7BL GL12 7BN GL12 7BP GL12 7BQ GL12 7BS GL12 7BT GL12 7BU GL12 7BW GL12 7BX GL12 7BY GL12 7DA GL12 7DB GL12 7DE GL12 7DF GL12 7DH GL12 7DJ GL12 7DL GL12 7DN GL12 7DP GL12 7DQ GL12 7DR GL12 7DS GL12 7DT GL12 7DU