GL53 8BW is a sought-after residential area on School Road, 0.1km from Spring Bottom in Cheltenham. Administratively it sits within Charlton Kings ward and the Cheltenham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL53, GL53 8BW offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 90% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £692k, down 0.6% 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 GL53 8BW are sourced from Output Area E00112352 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCHOOL ROAD, GL53 8BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL ROAD, GL53 8BW.
361
39
£ 59,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL53 8BW 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GL53 8BW combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£692k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £692k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL53 8BW. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 346,500
4 sales · Mean £ 413,250
Detached
£ 1,015,000
1 sales · Mean £ 1,015,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL53 8BW has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Charlton Kings Infants' School
Glenfall Community Primary School
Charlton Kings Junior School
Balcarras School
Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School
Battledown Centre for Children and Families
Naunton Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- East End Services0.8 km
- East End Stores0.9 km
- Forge Newsagents0.5 km
- Peter Jeffries Butchers0.8 km
- Smith And Mann0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Charlton Kings Club And Institute0.4 km
- London Inn0.4 km
- The Merryfellow Inn0.4 km
- The Royal Hotel0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Beeches Cafe0.9 km
- Brunch Club0.4 km
- Harrison Catering Services At Charlton Kings Infant School0.3 km
- Kings Coffee0.5 km
- Kings Tandoori And Balti Cuisine0.2 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- The Co-operative Food0.2 km
- The Co-operative Food0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Charlton Kings Tandoori0.5 km
- Shahin's Takeaway Limited0.5 km
- Smart Fish Bar0.5 km
- The Love Food Hub CIC0.4 km
- China House1.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheltenham Spa3.6 km
- Ashchurch for Tewkesbury13.0 km
- Gloucester13.1 km
Bus Stops
- Spring Bridge0.1 km
- Copt Elm Close0.1 km
- Copt Elm Close0.1 km
- Lexham Lodge Hospital0.2 km
- Lexham Lodge Hospital0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL538BW · Data under Open Government Licence