GL54 2LG is in Clapton, Cheltenham and Cotswold district. GL54 2LG is located in the Bourton Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Cotswolds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clapton, Cheltenham, GL54 2LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL54 2LG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.8% | 49.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 GL54 2LG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.1% 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 | 18.7% | 21.4% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71% | 64.1% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 19.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 6.8% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) 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 | 59.7% | 51.7% | -8.0% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 36.2% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 5.6% | 7.8% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 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.
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 47.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.3% | 10.7% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 8.7% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 14.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 15.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 47.6% | 3.7% | 33.8% | 13.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.8% | 94.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 89.5% | 89.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 2.6% | -3.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 89.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.9% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.4% | 37.2% | -11.8% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around GL54 2LG was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.8% lower than the Bourton Vale average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
GL54 2LG has the 15th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Bourton Vale and the 120th lowest crime rate of 312 local areas in Cotswold .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays Cottage, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2025-03-28 | £550,081 |
| Dun Romin, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2025-03-25 | £627,351 |
| 3 South Terrace, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-05-10 | £296,905 |
| Manor Cottage, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2023-05-30 | £896,220 |
| Church Farm, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £2,325,000 | 2023-02-17 | £2,298,634 |
GL54 2LG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL54 2LG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School School Hill , Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2AW | 3out of 4 | 3,326 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Church of England Primary School Sherborne , GL54 3DH | 3out of 4 | 4,075 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rissington School Mitchell Way , Upper Rissington GL54 2PL | 4out of 4 | 4,226 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cold Aston Church of England Primary School Cold Aston , GL54 3BN | 4out of 4 | 4,229 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cotswold Academy The Avenue , Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2BD | 4out of 4 | 3,536 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 1.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 181.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 181.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.