Moving to Tewkesbury (GL20)

Gloucestershire · Tewkesbury

Planning a move to GL20? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Tewkesbury area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Tewkesbury. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Tewkesbury

Based on 586 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in GL20 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£285,000
Average Price (all types)£395,233

By Property Type

Detached£440,000 (171 sales)
Semi-Detached£281,000 (178 sales)
Terraced£240,500 (161 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£151,000 (48 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Tewkesbury

Tewkesbury recorded 39% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

GL20 Total Crimes (13 months)1,591
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average39% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences543 (41% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour402 (5% below avg)
Public Order92 (49% below avg)
Vehicle Crime61 (54% below avg)
Shoplifting89 (59% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson117 (39% below avg)
Burglary62 (35% below avg)
Other Theft129 (26% below avg)
Drugs29 (69% below avg)
Robbery3 (92% below avg)
Theft from Person3 (94% below avg)
Bicycle Theft15 (35% below avg)
Possession of Weapons6 (77% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Tewkesbury

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Tewkesbury, council tax is managed by Tewkesbury. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1560.35
B£40,001 – £52,000£1820.41
C£52,001 – £68,000£2080.47
D£68,001 – £88,000£2340.53
E£88,001 – £120,000£2860.65
F£120,001 – £160,000£3380.77
G£160,001 – £320,000£3900.88
H£320,001+£4681.06

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Tewkesbury

54.7 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the GL20 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)18

Green Spaces in Tewkesbury

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in GL20 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

82% of residential postcodes in GL20 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Tewkesbury

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the GL20 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)2
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Tewkesbury

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for GL20 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

34.7 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the GL20 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)94.4%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)73.7%
Gigabit capable73.7%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.7%

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Energy Performance in Tewkesbury

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for GL20 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties6833

Homes in GL20 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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