Gilders Paddock is in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham and in Tewkesbury district. GL52 8UJ is located in the Cleeve West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 2000-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gilders Paddock, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL52 8LS, GL52 8LR, GL52 8NG, GL52 8NE, GL52 8DB, GL52 8DD, GL52 8HH, GL52 8LP, GL52 8NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL52 8UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.4% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46% | 48.6% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 16.7% | 25.1% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 43.2% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.3% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 17.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 11.1% |
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 | 33.2% | 40.8% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 38% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 23% | 18.4% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 29.6% | 16.8% | -12.8% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 8% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.7% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 11.1% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 11.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 33.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
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 | 97.4% | 92.1% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 92.1% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilders Paddock was 338.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 417.2% higher than the Cleeve St Michael's average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Gilders Paddock has the highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cleeve St Michael's and the 5th highest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Gilders Paddock, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2024-09-30 | £162,685 |
| 20 Gilders Paddock, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-06-21 | £208,577 |
| 4 Gilders Paddock, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-11-18 | £309,911 |
| 8 Gilders Paddock, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-07-02 | £286,809 |
| 3 Gilders Paddock, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2021-05-24 | £280,410 |
The percentage of retired residents living in GL52 8UJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 362 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangefield Primary School Voxwell Lane , Bishops Cleeve GL52 8GL | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmancote School Station Road , Woodmancote GL52 9HN | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gotherington Primary School The Lawns , Gotherington GL52 9QT | 4out of 4 | 2,099 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swindon Village Primary School Church Road , Swindon Village GL51 9QP | 3out of 4 | 3,642 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 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 4,518 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 | 5,360 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowry's Espresso Bar And Chocolatier | Unit 3 Tarlings Yard, Church Road | 94 yd | |
| Dinky Street Ltd | Greyholme Surgery, Church Road | 97 yd | |
| Cotswold Cakes & Bakes Ltd | 21 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 106 yd | |
| Bar No.9 | 9 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 106 yd | |
| Subway | Unit A Rear Of, 4 Mill Parade | 119 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 106 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 19 Cheltenham Road, Bishops Cleeve | 350 yd | |
| The Swallow Inn | Bishops Drive, Bishops Cleeve | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleeve Fish Bar | 1 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 106 yd | |
| Mr Sings Kitchen | 3 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 106 yd | |
| Pan Pizza & Shiraz Balti | 17 Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 106 yd | |
| Queens Fish & Chips | Unit B3, Homelands Commercial Centre | 699 yd | |
| Spicelodge Kitchen | Unit 2, Homelands Commercial Centre | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcounties Co-operative | 3 - 5 The Green, Bishops Cleeve | 440 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-Operative | Homelands Farm, Gotherington Lane | 530 yd | |
| Lidl GB Limited | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Evesham Road | 748 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-op | Unit 6, The Cleevelands Centre | 790 yd | |
| Tesco | Church Road, Bishops Cleeve | 825 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishops Cleeve Primary School TOBYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| St Michaels Hall SCHOOL ROAD | 296 yd | |
| Cleeve School Grass Pitches TWO HEDGES ROAD | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Cleeve Sports & Arts Centre TWO HEDGES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 913 yd |
| Woodmancote School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 22.19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 22.19 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.