Postcode Analysis Cheltenham, South West

SMITHWOOD GROVE, GL53 9JN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMITHWOOD GROVE, GL53 9JN.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 61,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL53 9JN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GL53 9JN's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £439k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

GL53 9JN is a sought-after residential area on Smithwood Grove, 0.2km from Bafford in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Charlton Park ward and the Cheltenham constituency.

For serious buyers, GL53 9JN is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 89% 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: Prices average £439k. 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 9JN are sourced from Output Area E00112370 (shared with 11 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 GL53 9JN. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 438,000

5 sales · Mean £ 430,200

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

GL53 9JN 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 behaviour21
Violence and sexual offences19
Shoplifting6
Burglary4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Charlton Kings Infants' School

Good269 pupils0.8 km
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Balcarras School

Outstanding1375 pupils1.0 km
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Charlton Kings Junior School

Good377 pupils1.0 km
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Naunton Park Primary School

Outstanding413 pupils1.4 km
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Glenfall Community Primary School

Good209 pupils1.5 km
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Leckhampton Church of England Primary School

Good570 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Forge Newsagents0.7 km
  • Peter Jeffries Butchers0.3 km
  • Smith And Mann0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • DoubleTree By Hilton0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Charlton Kings Club And Institute0.8 km
  • Lilleybrook Golf Club (Cheltenham) Ltd0.6 km
  • Patesians Sports And Social Club Ltd.0.8 km
  • The Clock Tower0.4 km
  • The Merryfellow Inn0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Beeches Cafe0.5 km
  • Brunch Club0.8 km
  • Harrison Catering Services At Charlton Kings Infant School0.8 km
  • Kings Coffee0.7 km
  • Moosh0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Charlton Kings Tandoori0.7 km
  • Shahin's Takeaway Limited0.7 km
  • Smart Fish Bar0.7 km
  • The Love Food Hub CIC0.7 km
  • Yangtze1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheltenham Spa3.7 km
  • Gloucester12.6 km
  • Ashchurch for Tewkesbury13.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Branch Hill Rise0.1 km
  • Branch Hill Rise0.1 km
  • Bradley Road0.2 km
  • Garden Road0.2 km
  • Stockton Close0.3 km