Gopshill Lane is in Gretton, Cheltenham and in Tewkesbury district. GL54 5ET is located in the Winchcombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tewkesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gopshill Lane, Gretton, Cheltenham, GL54 5ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL54 5DA, GL54 5EX, GL54 5ES, GL54 5EU, GL54 5ER, GL54 5YU, GL54 5YJ, GL54 5YT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL54 5ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 51.6% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 52.4% | 48.4% | -4.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of GL54 5ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.1% 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 | 17.4% | 17% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.5% | 69.1% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 24.9% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 9.6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 (86.8%) 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 | 49.5% | 55.9% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 7.5% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 30.9% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 9.5% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around GL54 5ET this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 9% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 5.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 16.5% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 12.8% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.5% | 51.6% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.2% | 99.1% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 93.8% | 97.7% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 97.7% | 4.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gopshill Lane was 4.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.3% lower than the Winchcombe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gopshill Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Winchcombe and the 9th lowest crime rate of 336 local areas in Tewkesbury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Gopshill Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-03-27 | £626,580 |
| 8 Gopshill Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2022-04-22 | £769,491 |
| 10 Gopshill Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2021-01-21 | £890,833 |
| Tythe Farm Gopshill Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2017-07-24 | £1,737,646 |
| 2 Gopshill Cottages Gopshill Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2009-11-24 | £972,711 |
GL54 5ET area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
GL54 5ET area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 GL54 5ET 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 | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gretton Primary School Gretton , GL54 5EY | 3out of 4 | 163 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School Back Lane , Winchcombe GL54 5PZ | 4out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Hill Church of England Primary School Junior Base , School Road GL20 8NP | 2out of 4 | 3,369 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gotherington Primary School The Lawns , Gotherington GL52 9QT | 4out of 4 | 4,531 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isbourne Valley School Didbrook , GL54 5PF | 3out of 4 | 5,045 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchcombe School Greet Road , Winchcombe GL54 5LB | 3out of 4 | 2,066 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Inn, Gretton Road | 361 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 | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| 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 | 21.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 21.4% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 275.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.