Postcode Analysis Cheltenham, South West

SEVERN ROAD, GL52 5PX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SEVERN ROAD, GL52 5PX.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL52 5PX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

GL52 5PX has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

GL52 5PX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Severn Road, 0.3km from Whaddon in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Oakley ward and the Cheltenham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, GL52 5PX is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for GL52 5PX are sourced from Output Area E00112470 (shared with 9 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 5PX. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 235,000

2 sales · Mean £ 235,000

Flat

£ 125,000

2 sales · Mean £ 125,000

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

GL52 5PX has low crime rates — 39 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.

Violence and sexual offences105
Anti-social behaviour45
Criminal damage and arson20
Vehicle crime20
Shoplifting20

school Local Schools

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The Ridge Academy

Good66 pupils0.4 km
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Oakwood Primary School

Good326 pupils0.5 km
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Pittville School

Good885 pupils0.7 km
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Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School

Good266 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Church of England Infant School

Good177 pupils0.8 km
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Battledown Centre for Children and Families

Good66 pupils0.8 km
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Dunalley Primary School

Good417 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement204 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • MFG Cheltenham0.8 km
  • Burgage Store0.9 km
  • Clarence Stores1.0 km
  • Karim (UK) Ltd1.0 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Badger Towers1.0 km
  • The Battledown1.0 km
  • Cotswold Grange Hotel And Restaurant0.6 km
  • Cheltenham Town House1.0 km
  • No 38 The Park0.9 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Parklands Community Centre0.1 km
  • The Beehive Inn Prestbury0.8 km
  • The Hewlett0.8 km
  • Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club0.3 km
  • Pieminister At The Sudeley Arms1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Royal Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Simpsons Fish And Chips0.6 km
  • Brothers Kebab And Pizza1.0 km
  • Chop Suey House1.0 km
  • Proper Pizza And Pasta0.9 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Express Kebab And Pizza0.6 km
  • Whaddon Youth Centre0.5 km
  • Cheltenham Trust0.9 km
  • Event Food Courts0.3 km
  • Central Cross Drive Cafe0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheltenham Spa3.2 km
  • Ashchurch for Tewkesbury10.7 km
  • Gloucester13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Lynworth Exchange0.2 km
  • Chelbury Mews0.3 km
  • Welland Lodge Road0.3 km
  • The Cat and Fiddle0.3 km
  • The Cat and Fiddle0.3 km