Lansdown Crescent is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL50 2LE is located in the Lansdown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham, GL50 2LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL50 2JS, GL50 2JW, GL50 2PQ, GL50 2LF, GL50 2JN, GL50 2JT, GL50 2LD, GL50 2LB, GL50 2LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL50 2LE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 51.7% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 53.2% | 48.3% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GL50 2LE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 57.6% | 50.3% | -7.3% | 37.9% | 12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.8% | 33.1% | 9.3% | 44.2% | -11.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 7.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 57.5% | 53.1% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 33% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 10.6% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around GL50 2LE this area, 6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 57.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.8% | 6% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 2.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.1% | 16.1% | 8.0% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 15.5% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 63.4% | 57.7% | -5.7% | 33.8% | 23.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.8% | 92.9% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
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 | 88.7% | 88.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 6.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.2% | 89.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 2.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lansdown Crescent was 75.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.1% lower than the College average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Lansdown Crescent has the 18th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in College and the 166th highest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 May Trees Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-08-28 | £424,175 |
| 5 May Trees Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £343,000 | 2023-05-09 | £350,945 |
| 2 May Trees Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-06-30 | £306,552 |
| 8 May Trees Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2020-03-06 | £420,352 |
| 2 May Trees Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,750 | 2016-12-16 | £291,069 |
GL50 2LE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great St James Square , GL50 3QG | 4out of 4 | 897 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Road Primary School Gloucester Road , GL51 8PB | 4out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | 4out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Junior School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 4out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,455 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,611 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 2,658 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 | 3,811 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 | 2,293 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airthrie School With Hillfield Dyslexia Trust 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 250 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service St George's Road , County Offices GL50 3EW | 4out of 4 | 543 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Ladies' College Bayshill Road , GL50 3EP | - not rated | 652 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dean Close Preparatory School Lansdown Road , GL51 6QS | - not rated | 913 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Gloucestershire The Park , The Park Campus GL50 2RH | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezbaan Restaurant Cheltenham | 1 Bayshill Lodge, Montpellier Street | 328 yd | |
| The Ballroom | Bayshill Lodge, Montpellier Street | 328 yd | |
| The Montpellier Wine Bar | Montpellier Wine Bar, 1 Rotunda Terrace | 336 yd | |
| Novo | 2 Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Street | 359 yd | |
| Pink Vintage | 10 Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Street | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lansdown | Lansdown Road, Cheltenham | 287 yd | |
| The Victory Club | Burlington House, Lypiatt Road | 361 yd | |
| Rotunda Tavern | 3 Montpellier Street, Cheltenham | 366 yd | |
| All Bar One | 18 Montpellier Walk, Cheltenham | 416 yd | |
| The Urban Fox | 4 Montpellier Walk, Cheltenham | 416 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies | 6A Queens Circus, Cheltenham | 502 yd | |
| East India Cafe | 103 Promenade, Cheltenham | 664 yd | |
| Charles Takeaway | 3 Royal Well Place, Cheltenham | 717 yd | |
| 321 Pizza Kebabs Burgers | 148 St Georges Road, Cheltenham | 750 yd | |
| Curry Express | 95 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative | 8 Montpellier Street, Cheltenham | 358 yd | |
| Tesco | 71 Queens Road, Cheltenham | 830 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose Food & Home Store, Honeybourne Way | 880 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 135 - 137 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 960 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | Co-Op, 192 Bath Road | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clc Sports Centre GLENLEE HOUSE GLENLEE HOUSE MALVERN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 493 yd |
| Montpellier Gardens MONTPELLIER TERRACE | tennis courts | 547 yd |
| Reset (Closed) St. Georges Road | health and fitness suite | 672 yd |
| Hatherley Park BOURNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| The Catholic School Of Saint Gregory The Great ST. JAMES SQUARE | artificial grass pitch | 890 yd |
| Ymca (Cheltenham Vittoria Walk) VITTORIA WALK | squash courts | 902 yd |
| Trimnasium Fitness Lansdown Station Lansdown Station Queens Road | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Chelsea Spa Ladies Leisure Club (Closed) 54-58 54-58 Clarence Street | health and fitness suite | 925 yd |
| Reset Health & Fitness Centre ORIEL LODGE ORIEL LODGE ORIEL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 942 yd |
| Cheltenham College BATH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 970 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 | 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.