Howells Road is in Tewkesbury and in Tewkesbury district. GL20 5PW is located in the Tewkesbury South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howells Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL20 5PN, GL20 5PZ, GL20 5QA, GL20 5PX, GL20 5PT, GL20 5QB, GL20 5GH, GL20 5QD, GL20 5QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL20 5PW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 50% | 3.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 53.9% | 50% | -3.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.2% | 39.3% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 32.6% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 2.6% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 21.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 12.6% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.4% | 44.9% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 33.4% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 15.9% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 16.1% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 12.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 15% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.6% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 37.1% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.2% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 90.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 90.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.1% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 90.5% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.7% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 34.1% | 46.2% | -12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howells Road was 141.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.6% higher than the Tewkesbury North & Twyning average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Howells Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Tewkesbury North & Twyning and the 32nd highest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Howells Road, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2024-03-08 | £301,458 |
| 16 Howells Road, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2021-04-30 | £247,618 |
| 13 Howells Road, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2019-02-28 | £244,869 |
| 4 Howells Road, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-05-04 | £253,880 |
| 1 Howells Road, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2017-01-20 | £237,910 |
GL20 5PW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School Chance Street , GL20 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 483 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Margaret Primary School York Road , GL20 5HU | 2out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mitton Manor Primary School Carrant Road , GL20 8AR | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tirlebrook Primary School Brensham Road , Newtown GL20 8EW | 3out of 4 | 1,790 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Moore Primary School Columbine Road , Walton Cardiff GL20 7SP | 3out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tewkesbury School Ashchurch Road , GL20 8DF | 3out of 4 | 1,850 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey View Gloucester Road , GL20 5SW | 3out of 4 | 690 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Knight School Ashchurch Road , GL20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,203 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton College Tewkesbury International Way , Tewkesbury GL20 8UQ | - not rated | 2,507 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredon School Pull Court , Bushley GL20 6AH | - not rated | 4,948 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steaming Mugs | 74 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 117 yd | |
| Balti Palace | 29 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 121 yd | |
| Phanthong Thai Restaurant | 83 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 138 yd | |
| Jelly Roll Cafe | 17 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 158 yd | |
| Tewkesbury Community Hospital | Tewkesbury Hospital, Barton Road | 178 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Watson Hall | 65 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 79 yd | |
| Tewkesbury Cricket Club | Swilgate Ground, Gander Lane | 133 yd | |
| The New Plough | 85 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 138 yd | |
| The Berkeley Arms | Church Street, Tewkesbury | 201 yd | |
| Double D's Snooker And Pool Club | 4 Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury | 254 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Chinese Takeaway | 42 - 43 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 121 yd | |
| Abbey Fryer Fish & Chip Shop | 69 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 138 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 134 High Street, Tewkesbury | 244 yd | |
| Best Takeaway | 98 Church Street, Tewkesbury | 259 yd | |
| The Fishnet | 116 High Street, Tewkesbury | 332 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladybirds | 105 High Street, Tewkesbury | 372 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Bishops Walk | 589 yd | |
| Morrisons | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 701 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Gloucester Road, Tewkesbury | 996 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tewkesbury Cricket Ground CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND GANDER LANE | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Cascades Leisure Centre (Closed) Oldbury Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 294 yd |
| Tewkesbury Baptist Church STATION ROAD | 431 yd | |
| Vineyards THE VINEYARDS THE VINEYARDS GANDER LANE | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Tewkesbury Leisure Centre GLOUCESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 999 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.