Priors Road is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL52 5AB is located in the Battledown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priors Road, Cheltenham, GL52 5AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL52 6QG, GL52 5AD, GL52 5AA, GL52 5AE, GL52 6PY, GL52 5PF, GL52 6QF, GL52 6QB, GL52 5PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL52 5AB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.7% | 50% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 GL52 5AB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 20.5% | 27.1% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 51.7% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.7% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 43.2% | 53.7% | 10.5% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 27% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 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.
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 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 14.9% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 5.8% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 10.8% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 13.7% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 46.1% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.3% | 90% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 81.2% 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 | 90.7% | 81.2% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 7.6% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 6.9% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 81.7% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 12.3% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 1.3% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priors Road was 33.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.2% lower than the Battledown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Priors Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Battledown and the 137th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Priors Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-11-20 | £348,896 |
| 3 Priors Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-01-29 | £434,226 |
| 7 Priors Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2013-08-23 | £413,552 |
| 23 Priors Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2011-06-03 | £358,546 |
| 5 Priors Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £319,950 | 2010-10-04 | £592,309 |
GL52 5AB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
GL52 5AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whaddon Primary School Clyde Crescent , GL52 5QH | - not rated | 484 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School Battledown Approach , Charlton Kings GL52 6QZ | 3out of 4 | 648 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary School Cotswold Road , GL52 5HD | 2out of 4 | 938 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynworth Primary School Cotswold Road , GL52 5HD | - not rated | 938 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestbury St Mary's Church of England Junior School Bouncers Lane , Prestbury GL52 5JB | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 2,494 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 2,494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School and Sports College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 3,532 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 3,532 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battledown School Harp Hill , Battledown GL52 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 155 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battledown Centre for Children and Families Harp Hill , Battledown GL52 6PZ | - not rated | 155 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Crescent View Clyde Crescent , Whaddon GL52 5QH | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkhampstead School Pittville Circus Road , GL52 2QA | - not rated | 555 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Manor Preparatory School London Road , Charlton Kings GL52 6NR | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Kebab And Pizza | 210 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham | 291 yd | |
| Whaddon Youth Centre | The Whaddon Youth Centre, Dart Road | 631 yd | |
| Rainbowls | 64 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham | 1,024 yd | |
| Nasprias | 95 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham | 1,031 yd | |
| Number 85 Coffee & Kitchen | 85 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hewlett | Harp Hill, Charlton Kings | 75 yd | |
| Parklands Community Centre | Wymans Road, Cheltenham | 750 yd | |
| Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club | Whaddon Bowling Club, Whaddon Road | 854 yd | |
| Cheltenham Cricket Club | Victoria Ground, Princes Street | 874 yd | |
| The Kemble | Kemble Brewery Inn, Fairview Street | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cardamom House | 212 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham | 197 yd | |
| Simpsons Fish And Chips | 75 Priors Road, Cheltenham | 287 yd | |
| @Thai Take Away | 77 Priors Road, Cheltenham | 287 yd | |
| Take Away Food Centre | 208 Hewlett Road, Cheltenham | 291 yd | |
| Jasmine House | 110 Whaddon Road, Cheltenham | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Stores Ltd, 214 Hewlett Road | 197 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury PLC, Priors Road | 244 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clyde Crescent Recreation Ground CLYDE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Holy Apostles Church Of England Primary School BATTLEDOWN APPROACH | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Priors Farm IMJIN ROAD | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Whaddon Recreation Ground WESTBOURNE DRIVE | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Cheltenham Cricket Club VICTORIA GROUND VICTORIA GROUND PRINCES STREET | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Cheltenham Town Fc (Whaddon Road) WHADDON ROAD | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| Lynworth Primary (Closed) Cotswold Road | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| Oakwood Primary School COTSWOLD ROAD | grass pitches | 940 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 | 140 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 217.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.