Postcode Analysis Cheltenham, South West

MARSTON ROAD, GL52 3JQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARSTON ROAD, GL52 3JQ.

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Population

587

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

19%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL52 3JQ 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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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

GL52 3JQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 62% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

GL52 3JQ is a sought-after residential area on Marston Road, 0.6km from Pittville in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Pittville ward and the Cheltenham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL52 3JQ are sourced from Output Area E00112505 (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 3JQ. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.0%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

19%Active
FT: 12%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

GL52 3JQ has low crime rates — 26 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 behaviour34
Violence and sexual offences31
Criminal damage and arson8
Vehicle crime6
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Pittville School

Good885 pupils0.2 km
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Dunalley Primary School

Good417 pupils0.6 km
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Oakwood Primary School

Good326 pupils1.2 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement204 pupils1.2 km
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The Ridge Academy

Good66 pupils1.3 km
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Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School

Good266 pupils1.4 km
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St Mary's Church of England Infant School

Good177 pupils1.4 km
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Gardners Lane Primary School

Good242 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • The Kiosk0.9 km
  • Central Cross Drive Cafe0.6 km
  • Havanas Coffee0.9 km
  • Jockey Club Catering At Cheltenham Racecourse0.8 km
  • Prince Of Wales1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Best One (Whaddon Food And Wine)0.8 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse Caravan And Motorhome Club0.8 km
  • Simply Fresh Pizza Federation0.6 km
  • Lynworth Stores (Premier)1.0 km
  • Park Stores0.4 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Cheltenham Lawn0.9 km
  • Clarence Court Hotel0.9 km
  • The Jockey Club At Hunters Lodge0.8 km
  • Cotswold Grange Hotel And Restaurant1.0 km
  • Cheltenham Town House1.0 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club0.8 km
  • Baxter Storey At Pittville Student Union0.2 km
  • Parklands Community Centre0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Proper Pizza And Pasta1.0 km
  • Whiskers Coffee Ltd0.9 km
  • Ocean Fayre Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Wild Bean Cafe M&S Simply Food0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheltenham Spa3.0 km
  • Ashchurch for Tewkesbury9.9 km
  • Gloucester13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Pittville School0.1 km
  • School Grounds0.1 km
  • Hill Court Road0.1 km
  • Pittville School0.1 km
  • Hill Court Road0.2 km