| Council | Gloucester |
| Crime Rate | High for a South West suburb 39% above the national average. |
| Vibe | 🌳 Parklife |
The average house price in Matson is £267,056, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Matson house price trends over the last 30 years.
£267,056
£360,539
£129,104
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£214,175
Is Matson a nice place to live?
Matson is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces.
How safe is Matson?
Matson has a high crime rate for a South West suburb, with around 104 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 39% above the national average, and 68% above the Gloucestershire average. These figures are based on 9 of 12 months of police data.
What are the best schools in Matson?
Matson has 30 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Abbeymead Primary School, Upton St Leonards Church of England Primary School, The Crypt School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Dinglewell Junior School and Dinglewell Infant School. Note: 3 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Matson?
The majority of residents in Matson identify as White (British) (84%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (91%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.