Suffolk Square is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL50 2DY is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, GL50 2DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL50 2ED, GL50 2EB, GL50 2QS, GL50 2EA, GL50 2QR, GL50 2DZ, GL50 2EE, GL50 2EZ, GL50 2BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL50 2DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.7% | 52.5% | -5.2% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 42.3% | 47.5% | 5.2% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 52.8% | 38.5% | -14.3% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 14.5% | 26.1% | 11.6% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.5% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 22.7% | 22.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 16.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43% | 38.8% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 31.3% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 21.7% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 7.5% | 4.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 15.2% | 13.2% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.6% | 10.7% | 6.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 15.8% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.7% | 40.6% | -10.1% | 33.8% | 6.8% |
| Other | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 4.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.7% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 88.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 88.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 87.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 9.6% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.8% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Suffolk Square was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.9% lower than the College average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Suffolk Square has the 6th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in College and the 127th lowest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Montpellier House Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2025-05-09 | £304,488 |
| 27 Montpellier House Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-02-25 | £289,627 |
| 23 Montpellier House Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £123,040 | 2024-12-18 | £125,259 |
| 20 Montpellier House Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2024-07-04 | £607,777 |
| 28 Montpellier House Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2023-12-04 | £325,120 |
GL50 2DY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 GL50 2DY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Malvern Road , GL50 2NR | 4out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | 4out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great St James Square , GL50 3QG | 4out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Naunton Park Primary School Naunton Lane , GL53 7BT | 4out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Albion Street , GL52 2SN | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | 3out of 4 | 1,474 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,697 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 2,968 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 3,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The High School Leckhampton C/O Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire College Cheltenham Campus , Princess Elizabeth Way GL51 7SJ | - not rated | 2,803 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham College Bath Road , GL53 7LD | - not rated | 586 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Ladies' College Bayshill Road , GL50 3EP | - not rated | 613 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University of Gloucestershire The Park , The Park Campus GL50 2RH | - not rated | 740 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service St George's Road , County Offices GL50 3EW | 4out of 4 | 772 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airthrie School With Hillfield Dyslexia Trust 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 823 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Daffodil | 18 - 20 Suffolk Parade, Cheltenham | 166 yd | |
| Suffolk Coffee (Cheltenham) Ltd | 17 Suffolk Parade, Cheltenham | 166 yd | |
| Sorrel Stores | 2 Great Norwood Street, Cheltenham | 169 yd | |
| Boho Bistro | 8 Great Norwood Street, Cheltenham | 169 yd | |
| Andrias | 10 Great Norwood Street, Cheltenham | 169 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Bowling Club | Suffolk Square, Cheltenham | 60 yd | |
| Jolly Brewmaster | 39 Painswick Road, Cheltenham | 137 yd | |
| The Retreat | 10 - 11 Suffolk Parade, Cheltenham | 210 yd | |
| The Suffolk Arms | Suffolk Arms, 40 Suffolk Road | 215 yd | |
| The Victory Club | Burlington House, Lypiatt Road | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cocolina Coffee Ltd | 15 Commercial Street, Cheltenham | 296 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 155 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 404 yd | |
| Subway | 142 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 413 yd | |
| So Peri Peri 2 | 165 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 414 yd | |
| Big Fish | 166 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative | 8 Montpellier Street, Cheltenham | 323 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 135 - 137 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 386 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | Co-Op, 192 Bath Road | 466 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 70 High Street, Cheltenham | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montpellier Gardens MONTPELLIER TERRACE | tennis courts | 260 yd |
| Cheltenham College BATH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 477 yd |
| Ymca (Cheltenham Vittoria Walk) VITTORIA WALK | squash courts | 680 yd |
| Reset Health & Fitness Centre ORIEL LODGE ORIEL LODGE ORIEL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 740 yd |
| University Of Gloucestershire (Park Campus) THE PARK | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Reset (Closed) St. Georges Road | health and fitness suite | 787 yd |
| Hatherley Park BOURNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Sandford Parks Lido SANDFORD PARKS LIDO SANDFORD PARKS LIDO KEYNSHAM ROAD | swimming pool | 926 yd |
| Sandford Park SANDFORD PARK PLACE | grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Reach Fitness (Cheltenham) KEYNSHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,005 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.