Cirencester Road is in Charlton Kings, Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL53 8EP is located in the Charlton Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL53 8ES, GL52 6HD, GL52 6HW, GL53 8ET, GL52 6JD, GL53 7QP, GL52 6HT, GL52 6JH, GL52 6JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL53 8EP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.4% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.6% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 24.4% | 26.3% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 49.8% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 13% | 8.5% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 7.7% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 50.3% | 47.2% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 36.4% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 12.9% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 4.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 12.1% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 14.9% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.6% | 48.4% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 14.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.4% | 95.4% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 92.4% | 89% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 88.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cirencester Road was 52.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.4% higher than the Charlton Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cirencester Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Charlton Park and the 178th lowest crime rate of 397 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Cirencester Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2022-07-01 | £852,500 |
| 11 Cirencester Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £482,000 | 2021-02-26 | £569,383 |
| 10 Cirencester Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2017-09-11 | £866,949 |
| 8 Cirencester Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2016-04-07 | £867,037 |
| 6 Cirencester Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2015-09-24 | £1,032,642 |
GL53 8EP 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 GL53 8EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Apostles' Church of England Primary School Battledown Approach , Charlton Kings GL52 6QZ | 4out of 4 | 859 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Kings Infants' School Lyefield Road East , Charlton Kings GL53 8AY | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Naunton Park Primary School Naunton Lane , GL53 7BT | 4out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Albion Street , GL52 2SN | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenfall Community Primary School Glenfall Way , Charlton Kings GL52 6XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The High School Leckhampton C/O Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 1,662 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | 4out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittville School Albert Road , GL52 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | 3out of 4 | 3,007 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pate's Grammar School Princess Elizabeth Way , GL51 0HG | 4out of 4 | 4,596 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,504 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's School Cirencester Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8EY | - not rated | 543 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Preparatory School London Road , Charlton Kings GL52 6NR | - not rated | 753 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham College Bath Road , GL53 7LD | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battledown Centre for Children and Families Harp Hill , Battledown GL52 6PZ | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkhampstead School Pittville Circus Road , GL52 2QA | - not rated | 1,425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eurest At Spirax Sarco | 15 Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings | 204 yd | |
| The Langton | The Langton Horse, 189 - 191 London Road | 242 yd | |
| The Beaufort Arms | Beaufort Arms, 184 London Road | 367 yd | |
| Sixways Wine Bar | 201 London Road, Charlton Kings | 387 yd | |
| FRONT Community Hub | 197 London Road, Charlton Kings | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Motor Club | Upper Park Street, Cheltenham | 358 yd | |
| London Inn | The London Inn, 195 London Road | 387 yd | |
| East Gloucestershire Club | Old Bath Road, Cheltenham | 782 yd | |
| Cheltenham Croquet Club | Old Bath Road, Cheltenham | 782 yd | |
| Charlton Kings Club And Institute | 21 Church Street, Charlton Kings | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China House | 172 London Road, Cheltenham | 272 yd | |
| Wokswagon China House | 176 London Road, Cheltenham | 367 yd | |
| Yangtze | 44A Church Street, Charlton Kings | 618 yd | |
| Dragon Fly | 86 London Road, Cheltenham | 643 yd | |
| Castaway Kitchen | Sandford Lido, Keynsham Road | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 229 London Road, Charlton Kings | 550 yd | |
| Gloucestershire Managed Services | Riverside House, College Baths Road | 601 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, 86 Cirencester Road | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Edward'S School ST EDWARDS SCHOOL SWIMMING POOL ST EDWARDS SCHOOL SWIMMING POOL CIRENCESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 494 yd |
| St Edward'S Preparatory School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| East Gloucestershire Club EAST GLOUCESTERSHIRE SPORTS CLUB EAST GLOUCESTERSHIRE SPORTS CLUB OLD BATH ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 727 yd |
| Reach Fitness (Cheltenham) KEYNSHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 838 yd |
| Holy Apostles Church Of England Primary School BATTLEDOWN APPROACH | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Sandford Parks Lido SANDFORD PARKS LIDO SANDFORD PARKS LIDO KEYNSHAM ROAD | swimming pool | 914 yd |
| Sandford Park SANDFORD PARK PLACE | grass pitches | 938 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.