Canterbury Leys is in Tewkesbury and in Tewkesbury district. GL20 8BS is located in the Tewkesbury East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury, GL20 8BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL20 8BP, GL20 8ER, GL20 8PD, GL20 8BT, GL20 8DY, GL20 8DZ, GL20 8EA, GL20 8DS, GL20 8BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL20 8BS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 45.1% | 48.7% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 54.9% | 51.3% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 26.5% | 25.2% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 49.6% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 12.6% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 41.6% | 39% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 37.1% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 21.3% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 15.5% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 14.2% | -7.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 16.3% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 22.2% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 8.9% | 2.1% | -6.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.4% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 93.2% | 90.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 7.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 91% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.4% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 12.7% | 6.0% | 6.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canterbury Leys was 7.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.1% lower than the Northway average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Canterbury Leys has the 5th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Northway and the 18th lowest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-05-09 | £250,856 |
| 24 Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-09-16 | £232,754 |
| 4 Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-08-19 | £215,228 |
| 14 Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2022-05-31 | £185,022 |
| 10 Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2021-02-26 | £254,253 |
GL20 8BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL20 8BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitton Manor Primary School Carrant Road , GL20 8AR | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School Chance Street , GL20 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tirlebrook Primary School Brensham Road , Newtown GL20 8EW | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Margaret Primary School York Road , GL20 5HU | 2out of 4 | 1,875 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Moore Primary School Columbine Road , Walton Cardiff GL20 7SP | 3out of 4 | 2,062 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 | 786 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Knight School Ashchurch Road , GL20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton College Tewkesbury International Way , Tewkesbury GL20 8UQ | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey View Gloucester Road , GL20 5SW | 3out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bredon School Pull Court , Bushley GL20 6AH | - not rated | 5,325 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busy Bees Nursery | 7 Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 416 yd | |
| Rach's Ltd | Unit 6, Green Lane | 789 yd | |
| Marina Court | Trafalgar Road, Tewkesbury | 915 yd | |
| Tewkesbury Community Hospital | Tewkesbury Hospital, Barton Road | 985 yd | |
| Maisie's Courtyard Cafe | Old Sheep Office, Oldbury Road | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canterbury Inn | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 159 yd | |
| The Canterbury | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 431 yd | |
| Inferno Brewery, Firepit Bar And Venue | Bredon Road, Tewkesbury | 955 yd | |
| Albion Inn | Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drapers 2U | Drapers Bakery Ltd, Unit 3 | 583 yd | |
| Lotus Chinese Takeaway | 42 - 43 Barton Street, Tewkesbury | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 452 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Bishops Walk | 980 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Target Active Personal Training Ashchurch Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 417 yd |
| Tewkesbury School Sports Centre TEWKESBURY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL TEWKESBURY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL ASHCHURCH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 770 yd |
| Tewkesbury Baptist Church STATION ROAD | 801 yd | |
| Avonside Gym And Fitness Centre (Closed) Unit 7 Unit 7 Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 946 yd |
| Cascades Leisure Centre (Closed) Oldbury Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 993 yd |
| Alderman Knight School ASHCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,030 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.25 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.