Dormer Road is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL51 0AY is located in the Springbank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dormer Road, Cheltenham, GL51 0AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL51 0AX, GL51 0AS, GL51 7PJ, GL51 0BA, GL51 7PF, GL51 7JN, GL51 0AZ, GL51 0BB, GL51 7PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL51 0AY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 53.2% | 53.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 46.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 37.6% | 41.3% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 34.5% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 14.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 10% | 3.8% | -6.2% | 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 | 43.1% | 46.7% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 36.1% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.8% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 22.2% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 17.1% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 7.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 18.4% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12.4% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 18.8% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 6.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.5% | 90.3% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 75.5% 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 | 87.1% | 75.5% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 15.7% | 11.6% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 4.7% | 2.2% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.1% | 76% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 13.9% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 5% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 1.3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.3% | 76.7% | -16.4% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 9.1% | 1.3% | 7.8% |
| Romania | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dormer Road was 105.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.6% higher than the Hesters Way average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dormer Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Hesters Way and the 78th highest crime rate of 392 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dormer Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-06-01 | £278,389 |
| 4 Dormer Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2018-08-21 | £259,203 |
| 2 Dormer Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,500 | 2014-03-07 | £225,053 |
| 2 Dormer Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2013-02-22 | £222,950 |
| 16 Dormer Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2003-11-07 | £311,204 |
GL51 0AY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesters Way Primary School Dill Avenue , GL51 0ES | 3out of 4 | 338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hesters Way Junior School DILL Avenue , GL51 0ES | - not rated | 338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hesters Way Infants' School DILL Avenue , GL51 0ES | - not rated | 338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Infant School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Infant School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | - not rated | 657 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Kingsmead Howell Road , GL51 0ED | - not rated | 407 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School and Sports College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 759 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 759 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The St George's Centre Alstone Lane , GL51 8HH | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham and Tewkesbury Alternative Provision School St George's Centre , Alstone Lane GL51 8HH | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close Airthrie 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 1,955 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close Preparatory School Lansdown Road , GL51 6QS | - not rated | 2,062 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| CCP Education Centre 340 High Street , GL50 3JF | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Shell Service Station, Princess Elizabeth Way | 386 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Unit C, Tewkesbury Road | 637 yd | |
| Lou's Cafe | Travis Perkins, Brook Road | 657 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 14, Tewkesbury Road | 733 yd | |
| Pausa | Unit 1A, Centrum Park | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| D'Arcy Wine Merchants Ltd | DArcy Wine Merchants Ltd, Unit 25C | 580 yd | |
| Beefeater Grill | Cross Hands Beefeater, Tewkesbury Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | McDonalds Restaurants Ltd, Kingsditch Retail Park | 829 yd | |
| Champion Chippy | 2 Beaumont Road, Cheltenham | 930 yd | |
| Subway | Unit J4, Gallagher Retail Park | 986 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | J Sainsburys Plc, Gallagher Retail Park | 986 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit J2, Gallagher Retail Park | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 10 Hesters Way Road, Cheltenham | 461 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 7, Kingsditch Retail Park | 829 yd | |
| Bookers Wholesale Ltd | Unit 6, Kingsditch Retail Park | 829 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit N, Gallagher Retail Park | 937 yd | |
| Sainsburys | J Sainsburys Plc, Gallagher Retail Park | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesters Way Primary School DILL AVENUE | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Christ College (Howell Road Site) (Closed) Howell Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 441 yd |
| All Saints Academy BLAISDON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 579 yd |
| Rowanfield Junior School ALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Springfields Park WELCH ROAD | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Ymca Cheltenham Sports Centre COLLEGE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Pate'S Grammar School PRINCESS ELIZABETH WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 854 yd |
| Petersfield Park St. Peters Close | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Xtreme Csc Ltd (Cheltenham) KINGSDITCH TRADING ESTATE KINGSDITCH TRADING ESTATE MALMESBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 943 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Cheltenham) THE WILLOWS THE WILLOWS TEWKESBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 975 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.