Pilley Lane is in Cheltenham and in Cheltenham district. GL53 9EX is located in the Leckhampton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cheltenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pilley Lane, Cheltenham, GL53 9EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL53 0AA, GL53 9EU, GL53 0AD, GL53 0AE, GL53 9ET, GL53 0PL, GL53 9EP, GL53 9GA, GL53 9ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL53 9EX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 52.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 47.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 43.1% | 41% | -2.1% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 37.6% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.9% | 52.7% | 5.8% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 29.4% | -8.0% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 15.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 23.1% | 15.4% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 8.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.9% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.4% | 36.8% | 1.4% | 33.8% | 3.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.5% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 95.3% | 88.2% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 6.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 94.9% | 93.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 93.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 6.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pilley Lane was 63.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 157.6% higher than the Charlton Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pilley Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Charlton Park and the 169th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Cheltenham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% 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 Pilley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2017-08-04 | £310,718 |
| 3 Pilley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2012-03-16 | £521,975 |
| 3 Pilley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2009-01-16 | £441,472 |
| 3 Pilley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2008-12-19 | £479,012 |
| 7 Pilley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2006-07-28 | £300,403 |
GL53 9EX 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leckhampton Church of England Primary School Hall Road , Leckhampton GL53 0HP | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Naunton Park Primary School Naunton Lane , GL53 7BT | - not rated | 995 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | - not rated | 1,752 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Merestones Road , GL50 2RS | 3out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Hill Primary School Durham Close , Warden Hill GL51 3DF | 3out of 4 | 1,891 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | - not rated | 2,239 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre Warden Hill Road , GL51 3EF | 3out of 4 | 2,239 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 2,435 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Balcarras School East End Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8QF | - not rated | 2,435 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School and Sports College Arle Road , GL51 8LE | - not rated | 4,077 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Hope School Leckhampton Baptist Church, Pilley Lane , Leckhampton GL53 9EP | - not rated | 136 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Richard Pate School Southern Road , Leckhampton GL53 9RP | - not rated | 498 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's School Cirencester Road , Charlton Kings GL53 8EY | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Gloucestershire The Park , The Park Campus GL50 2RH | - not rated | 1,631 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheltenham College Bath Road , GL53 7LD | - not rated | 1,877 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dug Out Cafe | Burrows Field, Moorend Grove | 572 yd | |
| CoMo Blend | Unit C, Liddington Industrial Estate | 694 yd | |
| Mel's Cafe | Unit 4, Churchill House | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | 283 Old Bath Road, Cheltenham | 234 yd | |
| Patesians Sports And Social Club Ltd. | Old Patesians Association, Everest Road | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 143 Leckhampton Road, Cheltenham | 285 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leckhampton Ce Primary School HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Sport Connection (Closed) Leckhampton Road | health and fitness suite | 368 yd |
| The Richard Pate School SOUTHERN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 495 yd |
| Burrows MOOREND GROVE | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Old Patesians Sports And Social Club Ltd EVEREST ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 725 yd |
| Naunton Park ASQUITH ROAD | grass pitches | 904 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.