GL53 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Leckhampton Road, 0.6km from Leckhampton in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within College ward and the Cheltenham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL53, GL53 0BL offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a eat, drink and be merry character: areas dominated by food and entertainment. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 80% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M. 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 GL53 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00112394 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LECKHAMPTON ROAD, GL53 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LECKHAMPTON ROAD, GL53 0BL.
262
39
£ 54,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL53 0BL 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GL53 0BL combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£1.1M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.1M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL53 0BL. The average age is 39.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 934,750
2 sales · Mean £ 934,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GL53 0BL has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Naunton Park Primary School
Leckhampton Church of England Primary School
St James' Church of England Primary School
Warden Hill Primary School
Bettridge School
Belmont School
Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Bath Road Beers0.6 km
- Nutrition Centre0.6 km
- Parsons Bakery0.6 km
- The Natural Grocery Store0.7 km
- Cavalli Wines And Spirits0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Cheltenham Bowling Club1.0 km
- Exmouth Arms0.6 km
- The Suffolk Arms0.8 km
- Cheltenham Croquet Club0.8 km
- Jolly Brewmaster0.8 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Andrias0.8 km
- B Ten0.8 km
- Balti Walla0.6 km
- Cafe Boho0.8 km
- Indian Brasserie0.7 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Beaumont House0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Big Fish0.6 km
- Cocolina Coffee Ltd0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Soperiperi2 So Peri0.6 km
- Subway0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- The Co-operative Food0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheltenham Spa2.0 km
- Gloucester11.2 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Fairfield Park Road0.0 km
- Fairfield Park Road0.1 km
- Old Station Drive0.1 km
- Old Station Drive0.1 km
- Leckhampton Police Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL530BL · Data under Open Government Licence