Postcode Analysis Cheltenham, South West

THE CLOSE, GL53 0PH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CLOSE, GL53 0PH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

329

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 61,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL53 0PH 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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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GL53 0PH combines high owner-occupation (88%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

GL53 0PH is a sought-after residential area on The Close, 0.4km from Leckhampton in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Leckhampton ward and the Cheltenham constituency.

For serious buyers, GL53 0PH is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0PH are sourced from Output Area E00112463 (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 0PH. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
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.

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

GL53 0PH has low crime rates — 11 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 behaviour10
Violence and sexual offences10
Burglary4
Criminal damage and arson3
Possession of weapons3

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Leckhampton Church of England Primary School

Good570 pupils0.2 km
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Naunton Park Primary School

Outstanding413 pupils1.1 km
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St James' Church of England Primary School

Outstanding417 pupils1.5 km
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Warden Hill Primary School

Good417 pupils1.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Dug Out Cafe0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Leckhampton Food And Wine0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Patesians Sports And Social Club Ltd.0.8 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheltenham Spa2.7 km
  • Gloucester11.0 km
  • Ashchurch for Tewkesbury13.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Chatsworth Drive0.3 km
  • Chatsworth Drive0.3 km
  • Pilley Lane0.3 km
  • Co-op0.3 km
  • Pilley Crescent school stop0.4 km