Postcode Analysis Cheltenham, South West

HIGH STREET, GL52 3AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, GL52 3AU.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 59,100 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: GL52 3AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 83% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, GL52 3AU is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £398k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 16.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL52 3AU is a sought-after residential area on High Street, 0.1km from Prestbury in Prestbury (Cheltenham). Administratively it sits within Prestbury ward and the Tewkesbury constituency.

For serious buyers, GL52 3AU is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Average age 58 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 83% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £398k, up 16.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for GL52 3AU are sourced from Output Area E00112543 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL52 3AU. The average age is 57.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 775,000

4 sales · Mean £ 757,750

Terraced

£ 340,000

3 sales · Mean £ 300,000

Semi-Detached

£ 305,000

1 sales · Mean £ 305,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

GL52 3AU has low crime rates — 19 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.

Anti-social behaviour18
Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary5
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School

Good266 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Church of England Infant School

Good177 pupils0.5 km
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Oakwood Primary School

Good326 pupils0.7 km
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The Ridge Academy

Good66 pupils1.2 km
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Pittville School

Good885 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Prestbury Stores Londis0.1 km
  • Waghornes Butcher0.0 km
  • MFG Cheltenham0.4 km
  • Burgage Store0.6 km
  • Lynworth Stores (Premier)0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Beehive Inn Prestbury0.5 km
  • The Plough Inn0.2 km
  • The Royal Oak0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Kings Arms0.1 km
  • Penny Blacks0.1 km
  • Whaddon Youth Centre0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Whiskers Coffee Ltd0.7 km
  • Ocean Fayre Fish Bar0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheltenham Spa4.4 km
  • Ashchurch for Tewkesbury10.4 km
  • Gloucester14.5 km

Bus Stops

  • War Memorial0.0 km
  • War Memorial0.0 km
  • United Reformed Church0.2 km
  • United Reformed Church0.2 km
  • Women's Institute Hall0.3 km