Pates Avenue is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL51 8EQ is located in the St Peter's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pates Avenue, Cheltenham, GL51 8EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL51 8EW, GL51 8NG, GL51 8EL, GL51 8HE, GL51 8FN, GL51 8PN, GL51 8EU, GL51 8HA, GL51 8NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL51 8EQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 47.9% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 52.1% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GL51 8EQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.6% 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 | 51.7% | 59.6% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 21.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.9% | 28.8% | 7.9% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 8.1% | -7.6% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 1.5% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 | 41.4% | 43.7% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 31.7% | 4.4% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 17.2% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 6% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 35.5% | 22.1% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 13.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 16.9% | 6.4% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 11.3% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 28.2% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.1% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96% | 88.3% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 90.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.7% | 90.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 89.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 6% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 35.3% | 13.5% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.7% | 37.2% | 24.5% |
| Christian | 25.2% | 46.2% | -21.0% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pates Avenue was 88.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% lower than the Lansdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pates Avenue has the 14th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Lansdown and the 143rd highest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Pates Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-08-14 | £261,240 |
| 59 Pates Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2024-02-15 | £222,025 |
| 39 Pates Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-08-25 | £267,712 |
| 15 Pates Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-14 | £214,655 |
| 57 Pates Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-09-30 | £264,857 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Malvern Road , GL50 2NR | 4out of 4 | 422 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucester Road Primary School Gloucester Road , GL51 8PB | 4out of 4 | 512 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Junior School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 4out of 4 | 629 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowanfield Infant School Alstone Lane , GL51 8HY | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great St James Square , GL50 3QG | 4out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,632 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham Blaisdon Way , GL51 0WH | 3out of 4 | 1,778 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 | 1,901 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,616 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 | 4,619 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 | 1,681 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 | 197 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airthrie School With Hillfield Dyslexia Trust 27-29 Christchurch Road , GL50 2NY | - not rated | 630 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service St George's Road , County Offices GL50 3EW | 4out of 4 | 999 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Close Preparatory School Lansdown Road , GL51 6QS | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Ladies' College Bayshill Road , GL50 3EP | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botanica | Unit E1, Bramery Business Park | 116 yd | |
| Cheltenham Open Door | Unit 3, St Georges Business Park | 205 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 264 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 421 yd | |
| Rowanfield Café | 6 Rowanfield Exchange, Devon Avenue | 479 yd | |
| Madisons | 81 Queens Road, Cheltenham | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | 140 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 263 yd | |
| The Midlands | Midland Hotel, 247 Gloucester Road | 542 yd | |
| The Railway | Railway Inn, New Street | 893 yd | |
| Adam And Eve Cheltenham | Adam & Eve Inn, 8 Townsend Street | 927 yd | |
| The Lansdown | Lansdown Road, Cheltenham | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Express | 95 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 95 yd | |
| 321 Pizza Kebabs Burgers | 148 St Georges Road, Cheltenham | 229 yd | |
| Hakka | 142 Gloucester Road, Cheltenham | 263 yd | |
| Peri Spot | 24 Rowanfield Exchange, Devon Avenue | 468 yd | |
| Dirty Boys | Unit 47, Space Business Centre | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 71 Queens Road, Cheltenham | 570 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Limited, Colletts Drive | 780 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose Food & Home Store, Honeybourne Way | 849 yd | |
| Shahi Bazar | Organic Gurus, Unit 1 | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clc Sports Centre GLENLEE HOUSE GLENLEE HOUSE MALVERN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 400 yd |
| Christ College Sports Pitches (Closed) Alstone Lane | grass pitches | 411 yd |
| Cheltenham Boxing Academy Boys Fitness Club/Body Sports Uk (Closed) Unit 11 Unit 11 Gloucester Road | health and fitness suite | 414 yd |
| Trimnasium Fitness Lansdown Station Lansdown Station Queens Road | health and fitness suite | 644 yd |
| Ymca Cheltenham Sports Centre COLLEGE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 816 yd |
| Rowanfield Junior School ALSTONE LANE | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Petersfield Park St. Peters Close | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| The Catholic School Of Saint Gregory The Great ST. JAMES SQUARE | artificial grass pitch | 925 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V SPORTS PAVILION KING GEORGE V SPORTS PAVILION BROOKLYN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,048 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.