GL52 5AZ is a sought-after residential area on Withington Close, 0.2km from Priors Road in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Battledown ward and the Cheltenham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL52, GL52 5AZ offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £494k. 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 5AZ are sourced from Output Area E00168914 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WITHINGTON CLOSE, GL52 5AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WITHINGTON CLOSE, GL52 5AZ.
282
37
£ 59,400 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL52 5AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
GL52 5AZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £494k, 75% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL52 5AZ. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 494,950
7 sales · Mean £ 540,698
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL52 5AZ has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Battledown Centre for Children and Families
The Ridge Academy
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Oakwood Primary School
Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School
St Mary's Church of England Infant School
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Bargain Booze0.3 km
- Lynworth Stores (Premier)0.8 km
- One Stop0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Badger Towers0.6 km
- The Battledown0.6 km
- Cotswold Grange Hotel And Restaurant1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Parklands Community Centre0.8 km
- The Hewlett0.1 km
- Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club0.9 km
- Cheltenham Cricket Club0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Royal Fish Bar0.7 km
- Simpsons Fish And Chips0.2 km
- Hallowed Grounds0.9 km
- Take Away Food Centre0.4 km
- The Cardamom House0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Whaddon Youth Centre0.6 km
- Express Kebab And Pizza0.4 km
- Event Food Courts0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheltenham Spa3.4 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury11.4 km
- Gloucester13.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sainsburys0.1 km
- Sainsburys0.2 km
- Sainsburys Store0.2 km
- Community Centre0.3 km
- Harp Hill0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL525AZ · Data under Open Government Licence