Postcode Analysis Cheltenham, South West

PRIORS ROAD, GL52 5AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORS ROAD, GL52 5AS.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

GL52 5AS is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, GL52 5AS 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, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 30% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for GL52 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00112472 (shared with 17 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 5AS. 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 / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 150,000

1 sales · Mean £ 150,000

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

GL52 5AS has low crime rates — 32 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 offences84
Anti-social behaviour33
Criminal damage and arson12
Vehicle crime12
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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Oakwood Primary School

Good326 pupils0.3 km
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The Ridge Academy

Good66 pupils0.3 km
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Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School

Good266 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Church of England Infant School

Good177 pupils0.4 km
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Battledown Centre for Children and Families

Good66 pupils0.8 km
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Pittville School

Good885 pupils1.2 km
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Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School

Good211 pupils1.3 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement204 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • Prestbury Stores Londis0.8 km
  • Waghornes Butcher0.9 km
  • MFG Cheltenham0.5 km
  • Burgage Store0.9 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Parklands Community Centre0.7 km
  • The Beehive Inn Prestbury0.4 km
  • The Hewlett0.7 km
  • Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club0.8 km
  • The Plough Inn1.0 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • The Kings Arms0.8 km
  • Express Kebab And Pizza0.8 km
  • Penny Blacks0.8 km
  • Whaddon Youth Centre0.1 km
  • Event Food Courts0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Royal Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Simpsons Fish And Chips0.4 km
  • Whiskers Coffee Ltd0.8 km
  • Ocean Fayre Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Wild Bean Cafe M&S Simply Food1.0 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheltenham Spa3.7 km
  • Ashchurch for Tewkesbury10.9 km
  • Gloucester13.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bouncer's Lane0.0 km
  • Cemetery0.1 km
  • Bouncer's Lane0.1 km
  • Cromwell Road0.1 km
  • Cromwell Road0.1 km