Bournside Close is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL51 3AR is located in the Warden Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 2000-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bournside Close, Cheltenham, GL51 3AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL51 3AP, GL51 3AW, GL51 3BR, GL51 3AS, GL51 3AU, GL51 6EF, GL51 6EQ, GL51 3AT, GL51 3AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL51 3AR has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 54% | 56.9% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 5.9% |
| Male | 46% | 43.1% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -5.9% |
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 | 35% | 38% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 39.2% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.4% | -2.3% | 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 | 52.9% | 43.8% | -9.1% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 38.2% | 8.0% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 14.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 54.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 10.4% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 4.4% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 12.4% | 2.1% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 11.2% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.3% | 54.4% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 20.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.2% | 1.4% | -3.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 90% | 93.3% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 86.1% 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 | 85.6% | 86.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 7.9% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 3.2% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 85.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 11.7% | 8.3% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 1.4% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bournside Close was 59.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.6% higher than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bournside Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Park and the 179th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Bournside Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-08-23 | £631,244 |
| 6 Bournside Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £379,000 | 2013-12-19 | £654,990 |
| 10 Bournside Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2013-08-08 | £816,709 |
| 5 Bournside Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2010-06-07 | £732,609 |
| 9 Bournside Close, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2009-05-26 | £781,261 |
GL51 3AR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL51 3AR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | - not rated | 538 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Hill Primary School Durham Close , Warden Hill GL51 3DF | 3out of 4 | 997 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatfield Park Primary School Hulbert Crescent , Hatherley GL51 3FZ | - not rated | 1,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary School Hatherley Road , GL51 6HR | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Community 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 | - not rated | 353 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | 3out of 4 | 353 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School and Sports College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 2,188 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 2,188 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 2,499 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | 4out of 4 | 183 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | - not rated | 183 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | - not rated | 209 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | - not rated | 209 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bettridge School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | 3out of 4 | 224 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacon Theatre | Dean Close School, Shelburne Road | 459 yd | |
| Gather & Gather By CH&CO Catering Ltd | University Of Gloucestershire, The Park | 756 yd | |
| TGI Fridays | 374 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 815 yd | |
| Sardar's Cafe | 89 Salisbury Avenue, Cheltenham | 861 yd | |
| The Shed At Catherine Colebrook | 40 Andover Road, Cheltenham | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lansdown | Lansdown Road, Cheltenham | 855 yd | |
| The Tivoli | 36 Andover Road, Cheltenham | 961 yd | |
| Cheltenham Bridge Club | 4 Tivoli Road, Cheltenham | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Takeaway | Lakeside Chippy, 34 Grasmere Road | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative Limited | The Mid Counties Cooperative, 86 - 88 Salisbury Avenue | 805 yd | |
| Tesco | 71 Queens Road, Cheltenham | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont School WARDEN HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 81 yd |
| Bettridge School WARDEN HILL ROAD | swimming pool | 228 yd |
| Bournside Sports Centre WARDEN HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 357 yd |
| Hatherley Park BOURNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Dean Close School SHELBURNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 695 yd |
| University Of Gloucestershire (Park Campus) THE PARK | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Trimnasium Fitness Lansdown Station Lansdown Station Queens Road | health and fitness suite | 993 yd |
| Warden Hill Primary School DURHAM CLOSE | grass pitches | 996 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 | 45 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.64 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.