Main Road is in Shurdington, Cheltenham and in Tewkesbury district. GL51 4XQ is located in the Shurdington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 2000-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Road, Shurdington, Cheltenham, GL51 4XQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL51 4TJ, GL51 4TH, GL51 4GQ, GL51 4UR, GL51 4XJ, GL51 4TQ, GL51 4TB, GL51 4TG, GL51 4TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL51 4XQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.1% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.9% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GL51 4XQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17% | 21.9% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 61.9% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 17.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 5.7% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 54.2% | 56.1% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 31.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 9.4% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 GL51 4XQ this area, 9.4% 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 52.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.3% | 9.4% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 5.7% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 12.8% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.2% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.3% | 52.8% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 19.0% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 92.5% | 87.2% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.5% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 87.2% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.6% | 9.3% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.6% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Road was 86.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.6% lower than the Brockworth East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Main Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Brockworth East and the 72nd highest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedge Rows Main Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2021-10-11 | £758,371 |
| Home Farm Main Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-06-17 | £534,005 |
| Mesa View Main Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2009-01-09 | £753,112 |
| Poplar Farm Cottage Poplar Farm Main Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2007-06-27 | £257,912 |
| Poplar Farm Main Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2007-06-27 | £1,085,008 |
GL51 4XQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
GL51 4XQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL51 4XQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shurdington Church of England Primary School Badgeworth Lane , Shurdington GL51 4UQ | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatfield Park Primary School Hulbert Crescent , Hatherley GL51 3FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,891 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Hill Primary School Durham Close , Warden Hill GL51 3DF | 4out of 4 | 2,037 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary School Hatherley Road , GL51 6HR | 2out of 4 | 2,569 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | 4out of 4 | 2,772 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 | 2,610 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henley Bank High School Mill Lane , GL3 4QF | 1out of 4 | 3,423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chosen Hill School Brookfield Road , Churchdown GL3 2PL | 3out of 4 | 3,765 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 4,803 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchdown School Winston Road , Churchdown GL3 2RB | 3out of 4 | 5,054 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,204 yd | Further education | 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 | - not rated | 2,793 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bettridge School Warden Hill Road , GL51 3AT | 3out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| National Star College Ullenwood , GL53 9QU | - not rated | 3,142 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Gloucestershire The Park , The Park Campus GL50 2RH | - not rated | 3,160 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close School Shelburne Road , GL51 6HE | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beauty And The Tea Cup | 4 Yarnolds, Shurdington | 319 yd | |
| The Greenway Hotel Ltd | Main Road, Shurdington | 991 yd | |
| Hatherley And Reddings Cricket Club | Main Road, Shurdington | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cheese Rollers | Cheese Rollers Inn, Main Road | 243 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field Shurdington Road | grass pitches | 188 yd |
| Shurdington Ce Primary School BADGEWORTH LANE | grass pitches | 872 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 7.1% |
| Median download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.