GL52 2AP is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Pittville in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Pittville ward and the Cheltenham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL52, GL52 2AP offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for GL52 2AP are sourced from Output Area E00112519 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GL52 2AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GL52 2AP.
255
49
£ 54,000 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL52 2AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
GL52 2AP is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL52 2AP. The average age is 49.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL52 2AP has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dunalley Primary School
Pittville School
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great
Gardners Lane Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary School
Oakwood Primary School
The Ridge Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
50 nearby- The Kiosk0.6 km
- Central Cross Drive Cafe0.4 km
- Havanas Coffee0.6 km
- Holee Cow0.9 km
- Cosy Club Cheltenham0.9 km
- + 45 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Be More Bob1.0 km
- Best One (Whaddon Food And Wine)0.7 km
- One Stop Shop1.0 km
- Mini Market1.0 km
- Central Stores0.7 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Cheltenham Lawn0.6 km
- Clarence Court Hotel0.5 km
- Alice Guest House1.0 km
- Cotswold Grange Hotel And Restaurant0.8 km
- The Portland Guest House0.7 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Parklands Community Centre0.9 km
- Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club0.8 km
- Pieminister At The Sudeley Arms0.7 km
- Albion House Social Club1.0 km
- Frog And Fiddle1.0 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Greggs1.0 km
- Pizza Hut1.0 km
- Brothers Kebab And Pizza0.7 km
- Chop Suey House0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.7 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheltenham Spa2.6 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury10.1 km
- Gloucester12.6 km
Bus Stops
- Pittville Park0.1 km
- Pittville Park0.1 km
- Pittville Pump Room0.2 km
- Pittville Pump Room0.3 km
- Pittville Court0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL522AP · Data under Open Government Licence