Princess Elizabeth Way is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL51 7RA is located in the Springbank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL51 0AZ, GL51 7PJ, GL51 0BL, GL51 0BE, GL51 7PH, GL51 7JL, GL51 0BJ, GL51 7LD, GL51 0AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL51 7RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.7% | 2.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.8% | 39.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 42.2% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7.5% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 45.3% | 47.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 35.1% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 11.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 20.5% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.1% | 9.3% | -12.8% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 20.1% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.2% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 14.2% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 29.1% | 13.8% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.7% | 85.8% | -7.9% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
In this area, 87% 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 | 91.8% | 87% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 5.4% | 3.9% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 87% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 9.2% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princess Elizabeth Way was 56.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.3% lower than the Hesters Way average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princess Elizabeth Way has the 10th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Hesters Way and the 189th lowest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2015-07-23 | £233,820 |
| 1 Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-06-09 | £187,388 |
GL51 7RA 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 | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesters Way Primary School Dill Avenue , GL51 0ES | 2out of 4 | 99 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Infant School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Junior School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 4out of 4 | 849 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springbank Primary Academy Springbank Road , GL51 0PH | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Lewis Road , GL51 0HZ | 2out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 640 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | 3out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,426 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chosen Hill School Brookfield Road , Churchdown GL3 2PL | 3out of 4 | 5,297 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 | 1,207 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham and Tewkesbury Alternative Provision School St George's Centre , Alstone Lane GL51 8HH | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airthrie School With Hillfield Dyslexia Trust 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 2,075 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close Preparatory School Lansdown Road , GL51 6QS | - not rated | 2,080 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close School Shelburne Road , GL51 6HE | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service St George's Road , County Offices GL50 3EW | 4out of 4 | 2,411 yd | Pupil referral unit | 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 | 558 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Unit C, Tewkesbury Road | 810 yd | |
| Lou's Cafe | Travis Perkins, Brook Road | 817 yd | |
| Cheltenham Saracens RFC Ltd | Pavillion, King George V Playing Field | 822 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 14, Tewkesbury Road | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| D'Arcy Wine Merchants Ltd | DArcy Wine Merchants Ltd, Unit 25C | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion Chippy | 2 Beaumont Road, Cheltenham | 777 yd | |
| Bodrum Kebab | 42 Goldsmith Road, Cheltenham | 988 yd | |
| Harbour City | Harbour City Take Away, 42 Edinburgh Place | 989 yd | |
| McDonalds | McDonalds Restaurants Ltd, Kingsditch Retail Park | 1,004 yd | |
| Peri Spot | 24 Rowanfield Exchange, Devon Avenue | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 10 Hesters Way Road, Cheltenham | 306 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 50 - 52 Edinburgh Place, Cheltenham | 989 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | 82 Edinburgh Place, Cheltenham | 995 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 7, Kingsditch Retail Park | 1,004 yd | |
| Bookers Wholesale Ltd | Unit 6, Kingsditch Retail Park | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesters Way Primary School DILL AVENUE | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| Christ College (Howell Road Site) (Closed) Howell Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 471 yd |
| Springfields Park WELCH ROAD | grass pitches | 567 yd |
| All Saints Academy BLAISDON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Rowanfield Junior School ALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Pate'S Grammar School PRINCESS ELIZABETH WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 679 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V SPORTS PAVILION KING GEORGE V SPORTS PAVILION BROOKLYN ROAD | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Ymca Cheltenham Sports Centre COLLEGE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 899 yd |
| Petersfield Park St. Peters Close | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Springbank Primary Academy SPRINGBANK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,003 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.