GL52 5FJ is a sought-after residential area on Wayward Lad Close, 0.4km from Noverton in Prestbury (Cheltenham). Administratively it sits within Cleeve Hill ward and the Tewkesbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL52, GL52 5FJ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k, up 4.0% year-on-year. 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 GL52 5FJ are sourced from Output Area E00114053 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WAYWARD LAD CLOSE, GL52 5FJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAYWARD LAD CLOSE, GL52 5FJ.
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£ 54,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL52 5FJ 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.
Area Character
GL52 5FJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £375k, 77% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 4.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL52 5FJ. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
7 sales · Mean £ 298,714
Flat
£ 80,000
1 sales · Mean £ 80,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL52 5FJ has low crime rates — 9 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.
school Local Schools
Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School
St Mary's Church of England Infant School
Oakwood Primary School
The Ridge Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Prestbury Stores Londis0.7 km
- Waghornes Butcher0.6 km
- MFG Cheltenham0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Beehive Inn Prestbury0.9 km
- The Plough Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Kings Arms0.7 km
- Penny Blacks0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheltenham Spa4.9 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury10.6 km
- Gloucester15.1 km
Bus Stops
- Desert Orchid Road0.2 km
- Desert Orchid Road0.2 km
- Roberts Road0.2 km
- Roberts Road0.3 km
- Finchcroft Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL525FJ · Data under Open Government Licence