GL53 is a postcode district in Cheltenham, South West, covering 734 active and 184 retired postcodes.
The largest share of GL53 (16%) is characterised by a peaceful suburb where most residents are approaching or in retirement, alongside a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability (13%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes GL53 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in GL53 are around £479k, down 7.2% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across GL53 at 179 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 44 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full GL53 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
GL53 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the GL53 postcode area.
20,827
44
£ 48,050 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GL53 combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£479k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £479k. Property prices are trending down 7.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Rodborough Community Primary School
Gastrells Community Primary School
Naunton Park Primary School
Coberley Church of England Primary School
Leckhampton Church of England Primary School
Balcarras School
Charlton Kings Infants' School
Charlton Kings Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Beaumont House
- Crossways Guest House Ltd
- DoubleTree By Hilton
- Number 8 Cheltenham
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Gloucestershire Managed Services
- Sainsbury's
- Sainsbury's
- The Co-operative Food
- The Co-operative Food
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Jesse Smith Elkstone Food Hall
- Nutrition Centre
- Parsons Bakery
- Peter Jeffries Butchers
- Roots And Fruits
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Bake And Brew
- Balti Walla
- Beeches Cafe
- Brunch Club
- Cantina Del Barrio
- + 24 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Big Fish
- Burger Star
- Charlton Kings Tandoori
- Domino's Pizza
- Flames Antalya Kebab & Pizza
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- Bell Inn
- Charlton Kings Club And Institute
- Cheltenham Croquet Club
- East Gloucestershire Club
- Exmouth Arms
- + 16 more
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