Albany Road is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL50 2UN 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 Albany Road, Cheltenham, GL50 2UN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL50 2UL, GL50 2UQ, GL50 2UJ, GL51 3AD, GL51 3BH, GL50 2UG, GL51 3AE, GL50 2UH, GL50 2UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL50 2UN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 30.2% | 28.8% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 45.3% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 17% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 60.4% | 57.1% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 25.7% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -7.9% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 14.2% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 2UN this area, 6.2% 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 58.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.1% | 6.2% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 15.7% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 10% | -2.8% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 59.1% | 58.6% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 24.8% |
| Other | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 89.6% | 91.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 92% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 7.1% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 0% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albany Road was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.5% lower than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Albany Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Park and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Albany Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £542,500 | 2025-03-12 | £553,539 |
| 5 Albany Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2024-11-20 | £530,581 |
| 29 Albany Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-08-16 | £504,863 |
| 1 Albany Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-03-24 | £432,365 |
| 7 Albany Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £459,995 | 2022-09-28 | £471,640 |
GL50 2UN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GL50 2UN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | 4out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Malvern Road , GL50 2NR | 4out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Hill Primary School Durham Close , Warden Hill GL51 3DF | 4out of 4 | 1,299 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Naunton Park Primary School Naunton Lane , GL53 7BT | 4out of 4 | 1,432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great St James Square , GL50 3QG | 4out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 852 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 2,750 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 3,199 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,258 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The High School Leckhampton C/O Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 3,672 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 | 2,468 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Gloucestershire The Park , The Park Campus GL50 2RH | - not rated | 374 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bettridge School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | - not rated | 641 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close Preparatory School Lansdown Road , GL51 6QS | - not rated | 861 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airthrie School With Hillfield Dyslexia Trust 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 930 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gather & Gather By CH&CO Catering Ltd | University Of Gloucestershire, The Park | 287 yd | |
| The Shed At Catherine Colebrook | 40 Andover Road, Cheltenham | 356 yd | |
| St Philip And St James Church, Leckhampton | St Philip And St James Church, Grafton Road | 663 yd | |
| Sorrel Stores | 2 Great Norwood Street, Cheltenham | 705 yd | |
| Boho Bistro | 8 Great Norwood Street, Cheltenham | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Bridge Club | 4 Tivoli Road, Cheltenham | 356 yd | |
| The Tivoli | 36 Andover Road, Cheltenham | 364 yd | |
| The Lansdown | Lansdown Road, Cheltenham | 501 yd | |
| Jolly Brewmaster | 39 Painswick Road, Cheltenham | 558 yd | |
| The Victory Club | Burlington House, Lypiatt Road | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cocolina Coffee Ltd | 15 Commercial Street, Cheltenham | 720 yd | |
| Flames Antalya Kebab & Pizza | 220 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 756 yd | |
| Happy Gathering | 236 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 759 yd | |
| Robis Indian Takeaway | 240 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 759 yd | |
| So Peri Peri 2 | 165 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Co-Op, 192 Bath Road | 792 yd | |
| The Midcounties Co-operative | 8 Montpellier Street, Cheltenham | 796 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 135 - 137 Bath Road, Cheltenham | 811 yd | |
| The Midcounties Co-operative Limited | The Mid Counties Cooperative, 86 - 88 Salisbury Avenue | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Gloucestershire (Park Campus) THE PARK | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Hatherley Park BOURNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Bettridge School WARDEN HILL ROAD | swimming pool | 647 yd |
| Belmont School WARDEN HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Montpellier Gardens MONTPELLIER TERRACE | tennis courts | 852 yd |
| Bournside Sports Centre WARDEN HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 923 yd |
| Cheltenham College BATH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,060 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.