Moreland, Gloucester facts for kids

Moreland is a special area and an important part of the city of Gloucester in England. Many local people know this place as Linden. It is a community with its own unique history and character.

Discovering Moreland

What is Moreland?

Moreland is both a general area and a specific "electoral ward" within the city of Gloucester. An electoral ward is like a small district or neighborhood that helps organize local elections. People living in a ward vote for their representatives who help make decisions for their community.

A Look at Its Name

The name "Moreland" for the electoral ward comes from an old factory. This factory was called the Moreland match factory. It used to make matches, but it closed down in 1976. Even though the factory is gone, its name lives on in the ward.

People in Moreland

Moreland is home to many people. According to a count taken in 2011, called the 2011 Census, there were 10,253 people living in the Moreland ward of Gloucester. This census helps us understand how many people live in different areas.