Gloucester cost of living, rent & area guide (2026/27)
Gloucester, located in the Cotswolds near Gloucester, offers a serene village atmosphere with good local amenities. It's generally considered a safe and peaceful area, appealing to professionals seeking a quieter lifestyle away from the city bustle, while maintaining reasonable access to larger employment hubs.
Housing market & rental breakdown in Gloucester
The property market in Gloucester primarily consists of charming period cottages and some modern detached family homes. Rental demand is steady, driven by its picturesque location and proximity to amenities. Properties are generally well-maintained, reflecting a desirable rural living environment.
Public transport, commuting & connectivity
- Trains/Metro: Great Western Railway services from Stonehouse station (approx. 3 miles away) connecting to London Paddington, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central.
- Buses: Stagecoach West operates local bus routes, including the 66 service connecting to Stroud and Gloucester.
Relocation links: Nearest Airport: Bristol Airport (BRS). Nearest Major Rail Station: Stonehouse. Travel time to BRS: 1 hour. Estimated taxi cost to BRS: £90. Travel time to Stonehouse: 15 min. Estimated taxi cost to Stonehouse: £20.
Latest open roles in Gloucester
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Gedu • Gloucester, Gloucestershire (GL1 2NZ)
ZCM - PMO
Spirax-Sarco Ltd. • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (GL50 1EE)
Project Engineer
The Workshop • Stonehouse, Gloucestershire (GL10 2NN)
Site Manager
Vantage Consulting • Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire (GL20 8DS)
EYFS Teacher - Maternity Cover
Lift Schools • Brockworth, Gloucester (GL3 4JL)
Care Assistant
Care Quality Services • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (GL50 1EE)
Customer Delivery Driver
ASDA • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (GL50 1EE)
Weekly C & D Driver - 7.5
DPD Group UK • Gloucester, Gloucestershire (GL1 2NZ)
Days Warehouse Team Leader
InPost UK • Quedgeley, Gloucester (GL2 4UH)
Salary benchmarks in Gloucester
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