Rowanfield Road is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL51 8AQ is located in the St Mark's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rowanfield Road, Cheltenham, GL51 8AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL51 8AH, GL51 8AJ, GL51 8AP, GL51 8AD, GL51 8HJ, GL51 8JJ, GL51 8AW, GL51 8BW, GL51 8BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL51 8AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GL51 8AQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 54.2% | 51.5% | -2.7% | 37.9% | 13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.6% | 29.6% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10.7% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 50.4% | 42.6% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 38.7% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 12.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 25.2% | 5.1% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14.1% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 17.1% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 24.4% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.8% | 86.8% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 79.3% 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 | 87.6% | 79.3% | -8.3% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 10.8% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 7.9% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 79.1% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 9.5% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.6% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.1% | 76.7% | -11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 8.5% | 1.3% | 7.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 34.1% | 46.2% | -12.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowanfield Road was 150.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.0% higher than the Lansdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowanfield Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Lansdown and the 65th highest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1D Rowanfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-07-25 | £213,859 |
| 1B Rowanfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-03-09 | £285,105 |
| 23 Rowanfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2017-03-24 | £332,087 |
| 1D Rowanfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-03-24 | £241,375 |
| 1B Rowanfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,500 | 2013-07-11 | £322,886 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowanfield Junior School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 4out of 4 | 312 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Infant School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 3out of 4 | 414 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Malvern Road , GL50 2NR | 4out of 4 | 761 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Road Primary School Gloucester Road , GL51 8PB | 4out of 4 | 765 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hesters Way Primary School Dill Avenue , GL51 0ES | 2out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 1,291 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | 3out of 4 | 1,951 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,886 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 | 4,946 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 | 1,356 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 | 240 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airthrie School With Hillfield Dyslexia Trust 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 923 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close Preparatory School Lansdown Road , GL51 6QS | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close School Shelburne Road , GL51 6HE | - not rated | 1,279 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service St George's Road , County Offices GL50 3EW | 4out of 4 | 1,341 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Open Door | Unit 3, St Georges Business Park | 139 yd | |
| Rowanfield Café | 6 Rowanfield Exchange, Devon Avenue | 176 yd | |
| Botanica | Unit E1, Bramery Business Park | 231 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 264 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 465 yd | |
| Treats 4U | 259 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midlands | Midland Hotel, 247 Gloucester Road | 477 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 140 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 588 yd | |
| D'Arcy Wine Merchants Ltd | DArcy Wine Merchants Ltd, Unit 25C | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peri Spot | 24 Rowanfield Exchange, Devon Avenue | 158 yd | |
| Curry Express | 95 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 434 yd | |
| 321 Pizza Kebabs Burgers | 148 St Georges Road, Cheltenham | 570 yd | |
| Hakka | 142 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 588 yd | |
| Dirty Boys | Unit 47, Space Business Centre | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 71 Queens Road, Cheltenham | 583 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Limited, Colletts Drive | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christ College Sports Pitches (Closed) Alstone Lane | grass pitches | 229 yd |
| Cheltenham Boxing Academy Boys Fitness Club/Body Sports Uk (Closed) Unit 11 Unit 11 Gloucester Road | health and fitness suite | 268 yd |
| Rowanfield Junior School ALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Trimnasium Fitness Lansdown Station Lansdown Station Queens Road | health and fitness suite | 606 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V SPORTS PAVILION KING GEORGE V SPORTS PAVILION BROOKLYN ROAD | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Clc Sports Centre GLENLEE HOUSE GLENLEE HOUSE MALVERN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 720 yd |
| Ymca Cheltenham Sports Centre COLLEGE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 722 yd |
| Petersfield Park St. Peters Close | grass pitches | 856 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.