Oakfield Road is in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham and in Tewkesbury district. GL52 8LA is located in the Cleeve St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 2000-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakfield Road, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL52 8LD, GL52 8LH, GL52 8JJ, GL52 8LB, GL52 8LE, GL52 8LF, GL52 8JL, GL52 8LL, GL52 8JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL52 8LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 8LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 20.6% | 19.9% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 61.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10.5% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 45.2% | 41.4% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 40.1% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 14.8% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24% | 16.4% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.3% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 8.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 22.3% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 30.1% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakfield Road was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Cleeve St Michael's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakfield Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cleeve St Michael's and the 78th lowest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Oakfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £294,500 | 2025-01-10 | £308,565 |
| 59 Oakfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £384,000 | 2024-10-04 | £403,519 |
| 61 Oakfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-01-08 | £352,098 |
| 1 Oakfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-09-08 | £468,110 |
| 19 Oakfield Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-01-27 | £338,625 |
GL52 8LA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL52 8LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| 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 | 346 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmancote School Station Road , Woodmancote GL52 9HN | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangefield Primary School Voxwell Lane , Bishops Cleeve GL52 8GL | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gotherington Primary School The Lawns , Gotherington GL52 9QT | 4out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swindon Village Primary School Church Road , Swindon Village GL51 9QP | 3out of 4 | 3,817 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 | 707 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 4,400 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge Academy Clyde Crescent , Whaddon GL52 5QH | 3out of 4 | 5,144 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Creations | 38 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 324 yd | |
| La Vecchia Banca | Unit A-C, 35 Church Road | 346 yd | |
| Lowry's Espresso Bar And Chocolatier | Unit 3 Tarlings Yard, Church Road | 412 yd | |
| Cotswold Cakes & Bakes Ltd | 21 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 427 yd | |
| Bar No.9 | 9 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 427 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 427 yd | |
| The Swallow Inn | Bishops Drive, Bishops Cleeve | 597 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 19 Cheltenham Road, Bishops Cleeve | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleeve Fish Bar | 1 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 427 yd | |
| Mr Sings Kitchen | 3 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 427 yd | |
| Pan Pizza & Shiraz Balti | 17 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 427 yd | |
| Queens Fish & Chips | Unit B3, Homelands Commercial Centre | 731 yd | |
| Spicelodge Kitchen | Unit 2, Homelands Commercial Centre | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcounties Co-operative | 3 - 5 The Green, Bishops Cleeve | 462 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-Operative | Homelands Farm, Gotherington Lane | 498 yd | |
| Tesco | Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 541 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michaels Hall SCHOOL ROAD | 254 yd | |
| Bishops Cleeve Primary School TOBYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Woodmancote School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Cleeve School Grass Pitches TWO HEDGES ROAD | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Cleeve Sports & Arts Centre TWO HEDGES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 648 yd |
| Woodmancote Playing Field Bushcombe Close | grass pitches | 1,016 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 87.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.