Gorse Road is in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham and in Tewkesbury district. GL52 8ES is located in the Cleeve St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 2012-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gorse Road, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL52 8ET, GL52 8FA, GL52 8FJ, GL52 8FE, GL52 8ER, GL52 8FF, GL52 8EP, GL52 8FQ, GL52 8FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL52 8ES 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 | 54.1% | 50% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 45.9% | 50% | 4.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.2% | 32.8% | 16.6% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 51% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 12.5% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 0.9% | -14.4% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.8%) 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 | 28.4% | 64.9% | 36.5% | 48.4% | 16.5% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 24.9% | -15.3% | 33.6% | -8.7% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 8.8% | -16.1% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 0.8% | -4.4% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 GL52 8ES this area, 4.2% 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 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 4.2% | -26.4% | 18.2% | -14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 6.2% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 17.5% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 3.3% | -5.0% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 17.8% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 49% | 29.6% | 33.8% | 15.2% |
| Other | 8.3% | 2.1% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 91.5% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 97.8% | 92.1% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 91.9% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.2% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.3% | 37.2% | 20.1% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gorse Road was 63.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% lower than the Cleeve St Michael's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gorse Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cleeve St Michael's and the 125th highest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gorse Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2017-06-30 | £257,119 |
| 5 Gorse Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2016-03-31 | £303,916 |
| 5 Gorse Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, a newly built property | £184,995 | 2012-08-24 | £330,126 |
| 2 Gorse Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £239,995 | 2012-06-29 | £440,816 |
| 3 Gorse Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, a newly built property | £186,495 | 2012-02-29 | £344,398 |
GL52 8ES 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 | 167 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Cleeve Primary Academy Tobyfield Road , Bishops Cleeve GL52 8NN | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmancote School Station Road , Woodmancote GL52 9HN | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangefield Primary School Voxwell Lane , Bishops Cleeve GL52 8GL | 3out of 4 | 1,486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gotherington Primary School The Lawns , Gotherington GL52 9QT | 4out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swindon Village Primary School Church Road , Swindon Village GL51 9QP | 3out of 4 | 4,198 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleeve School Two Hedges Road , Bishops Cleeve GL52 8AE | 2out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 5,160 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowry's Espresso Bar And Chocolatier | Unit 3 Tarlings Yard, Church Road | 696 yd | |
| Dinky Street Ltd | Greyholme Surgery, Church Road | 728 yd | |
| Cotswold Cakes & Bakes Ltd | 21 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 733 yd | |
| Bar No.9 | 9 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 733 yd | |
| La Vecchia Banca | Unit A-C, 35 Church Road | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 733 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 19 Cheltenham Road, Bishops Cleeve | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Fish & Chips | Unit B3, Homelands Commercial Centre | 381 yd | |
| Spicelodge Kitchen | Unit 2, Homelands Commercial Centre | 381 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | Unit 2, The Cleevelands Centre | 614 yd | |
| Cleeve Fish Bar | 1 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 733 yd | |
| Mr Sings Kitchen | 3 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl GB Limited | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Evesham Road | 277 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-Operative | Homelands Farm, Gotherington Lane | 486 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-op | Unit 6, The Cleevelands Centre | 614 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-operative | 3 - 5 The Green, Bishops Cleeve | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michaels Hall SCHOOL ROAD | 674 yd | |
| Bishops Cleeve Primary School TOBYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 911 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.