Alpha Close is in Tewkesbury and in Tewkesbury district. GL20 8JF is located in the Tewkesbury East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alpha Close, Tewkesbury, GL20 8JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL20 8HD, GL20 8UR, GL20 8HB, GL20 8SG, GL20 8SQ, GL20 8DD, GL20 8FD, GL20 8SR, GL20 8ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL20 8JF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.5% | 51.8% | 6.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 54.5% | 48.2% | -6.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 23.2% | 27% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 49.7% | -13.2% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 12.2% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 9% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.7% | 48% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 37.2% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 9% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 14.3% | 13.6% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 11% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 14.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 11% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 16.8% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 30.9% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 95.1% | 95.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 95.9% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alpha Close was 315.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 502.9% higher than the Northway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alpha Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Northway and the 6th highest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 14 Alpha Close, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-03-14 | £337,689 |
| Unit 1-2 Alpha Close, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £765,000 | 2017-02-13 | £936,793 |
| Unit 1 Alpha Close, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £487,500 | 2011-11-16 | £896,482 |
GL20 8JF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 68 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirlebrook Primary School Brensham Road , Newtown GL20 8EW | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mitton Manor Primary School Carrant Road , GL20 8AR | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northway Infant School Virginia Road , Northway GL20 8PT | 4out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tewkesbury Church of England Primary School Chance Street , GL20 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrant Brook Junior School Hardwick Bank Road , Northway GL20 8RP | 2out of 4 | 1,647 yd | Foundation 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 | 425 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton College Tewkesbury International Way , Tewkesbury GL20 8UQ | - not rated | 449 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Knight School Ashchurch Road , GL20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 475 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey View Gloucester Road , GL20 5SW | 3out of 4 | 2,741 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rach's Ltd | Unit 6, Green Lane | 132 yd | |
| Travelodge | Shannon Way, Tewkesbury Business Park | 291 yd | |
| Trelleborg Sealing Solutions | Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Limited, International Drive | 347 yd | |
| Group 4 Security, Delitec | New Challenge House, International Drive | 347 yd | |
| Starbucks | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmbury Lodge Brewers Fayre | Brewsters And Travel Inn, Ashchurch Road | 291 yd | |
| The Canterbury | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 541 yd | |
| The Canterbury Inn | Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drapers 2U | Drapers Bakery Ltd, Unit 3 | 418 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avonside Gym And Fitness Centre (Closed) Unit 7 Unit 7 Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 195 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 | 334 yd |
| Alderman Knight School ASHCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Target Active Personal Training Ashchurch Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 586 yd |
| Northway Playing Field NORTHWAY LANE | grass pitches | 830 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.