Why is the Cotswolds so expensive?

Although house prices in the Cotswolds tend to be higher than in other parts of the country due to the stunning location and increasing demands, you can still find many affordable properties throughout the region.

Why is the Cotswolds so wealthy?

During the Middle Ages, thanks to the breed of sheep known as the Cotswold Lion, the Cotswolds became prosperous from the wool trade with the continent, with much of the money made from wool directed towards the building of churches.

What's so special about the Cotswolds?

Home to a variety of resident wildlife – and the more exotic on view at places such as Longleat and The Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Gardens – there are scenic walks and cycle routes that encompass its undulating hills, valleys and villages, along with a host of public gardens, arboretums, country parks and woodland, it ...

How expensive is Cotswolds?

Properties in Cotswolds had an overall average price of £407,325 over the last year. The majority of sales in Cotswolds during the last year were semi-detached properties, selling for an average price of £376,084.

What is the most expensive Cotswold Village?

Recent house price data has revealed that the most expensive UK high street homes are in a Cotswold village. According to a decade-long study by ukphonebook.com, Broadway holds the crown for housing the most costly high street homes, with an average property sale price of £868,495.

The 8 most expensive towns in The Cotswolds, UK

Do any celebrities live in the Cotswolds?

The Cotswolds boasts some of the most quintessential English towns and villages in the UK so it's no wonder the area is awash with celebrities. The Beckhams and Jeremy Clarkson are some of the most well-publicised famous faces, but lots of other stars have also bought homes there too, reports Wiltshire Live.

Where do the rich live in the Cotswolds?

It seems whilst GL7 and GL8 postcodes dominate the list of the ten most expensive places in the Cotswolds, Cirencester has the majority of the spots on the list, with six roads making the grade. The most expensive street is in Tetbury, with a home in Lasborough setting you back over £8 million on average.

Is Cotswold cheap to live?

Property prices in the Cotswolds are lower than in London

Although house prices in the Cotswolds tend to be higher than in other parts of the country due to the stunning location and increasing demands, you can still find many affordable properties throughout the region.

Is Cotswold worth it?

It's easy to see why the Cotswolds, our charming corner of rural England, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK. Rolling hills and sweeping meadows, pastoral villages and majestic homes are all part of the reasons people love coming to the Cotswolds and returning again and again.

What is the nicest area of Cotswolds?

Frequently ranked as one of the prettiest villages in the whole of the UK, Bourton-on-the-Water is frequently referred to as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' due to the patchwork of attractive little bridges that criss-cross the River Windrush that flows through its centre.

Why do celebrities live in the Cotswolds?

The Cotswolds is a popular area for celebrities to live, due to its beautiful scenery, tranquil setting, and proximity to London.

What food is Cotswolds famous for?

Local food and drink in the Cotswolds

Centuries of farming in this dramatically pretty region have resulted in well-practised traditions of producing some of the finest ingredients in the country – from veg (especially asparagus) to lamb, beef and dairy products (particularly for excellent cheese and ice creams).

What is the prettiest street in the Cotswolds?

Arlington Row has attracted thousands of tourists to the Cotswolds over the years, making it one of most photographed landmarks in the region. It currently has a 4.5 out of five star rating on Tripadvisor, from 902 reviews.

What is the richest village in the UK?

Where is the richest town in England?

The richest neighbourhoods in the UK are all located in London, with the areas of Kensington and Chelsea and Hammersmith and Fulham topping the list. In October, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its latest data based on the total gross disposable household income (GDHI) across the country in 2020.

How did the Cotswolds make its money?

From the Middle Ages, the Cotswolds became prosperous from the wool trade.

What is the best month to go to Cotswolds?

July is the sunniest month in the Cotswolds, with long days and average highs of 22ºC (72ºF) and lows of 13ºC (55ºF). Weather-wise it's the best time to visit the Cotswolds.

Are the Cotswolds too touristy?

A lot of people visit the Cotswolds, and the most popular towns — many of them with the sort of English names designed to charm and amuse transatlantic tourists, such as Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water — can be very busy.

Where is the prettiest village in the Cotswolds?

Are houses in the Cotswolds expensive?

According to data from Rightmove, properties in Cotswolds had an overall average price of £369,489 over the last year. The property site's data said: "The majority of sales in Cotswolds during the last year were detached properties, selling for an average price of £530,174.

What town is best as a base for Cotswolds?

First on our list is Moreton-in-Marsh, as this 'Gateway to the Cotswolds' is on the main railway line from London Paddington and therefore the starting point for many a visit to the Cotswolds. A lovely market town of honey-coloured buildings, Moreton offers quirky independent shops, cafes, inns and hotels.

What is the big town in Cotswolds?

Cirencester. Cirencester is a lively market town, the largest in the Cotswold district, and hence often referred to as 'The Capital of the Cotswolds'.

Which royals live in Cotswolds?

Gatcombe Park is the private country home of Anne, Princess Royal, situated between the Gloucestershire villages of Minchinhampton and Avening, five miles (8 km) south of Stroud and around six miles (10 km) north of Highgrove House, the country residence of Prince Charles.

Which celebrities live in Cirencester?

This Country star and lockdown Instagram saviour Daisy May Cooper lives in her native Cirencester with her long-term partner Will Weston and two children. The Cotswolds even inspired her Bafta award winning show This Country which was filmed in the rural village of Northleach, Gloucestershire.

What is the poshest village in Gloucestershire?

Bourton-on-the-Hill, Gloucestershire

The rural village is home to a country pub named Horse and Groom which you'll find near two celebrity hangout locations – Dormy House Hotel and Soho Farmhouse.