GL52 5HF is a sought-after residential area on Prescott Walk, 0.2km from Cleevemount in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Prestbury ward and the Tewkesbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL52, GL52 5HF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for GL52 5HF are sourced from Output Area E00112529 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRESCOTT WALK, GL52 5HF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESCOTT WALK, GL52 5HF.
425
40
£ 59,100 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL52 5HF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
GL52 5HF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL52 5HF. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 176,000
1 sales · Mean £ 176,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL52 5HF has low crime rates — 33 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
Oakwood Primary School
Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School
St Mary's Church of England Infant School
The Ridge Academy
Pittville School
Battledown Centre for Children and Families
Dunalley Primary School
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- MFG Cheltenham0.3 km
- Prestbury Stores Londis0.5 km
- Waghornes Butcher0.6 km
- Simply Fresh Pizza Federation0.7 km
- Burgage Store0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Penny Blacks0.5 km
- The Kings Arms0.5 km
- Whaddon Youth Centre0.6 km
- Event Food Courts0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Parklands Community Centre0.7 km
- The Beehive Inn Prestbury0.4 km
- Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club0.8 km
- The Plough Inn0.6 km
- Baxter Storey At Pittville Student Union0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Royal Fish Bar0.9 km
- Simpsons Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Whiskers Coffee Ltd0.2 km
- @Thai Take Away0.9 km
- Jasmine House0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheltenham Spa3.8 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury10.4 km
- Gloucester13.9 km
Bus Stops
- Coronation Road0.1 km
- Coronation Road0.1 km
- Prescott Walk0.1 km
- Prescott Walk0.1 km
- Priors Road Junction0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL525HF · Data under Open Government Licence