About Alstone

Alstone is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL51 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the Cotswolds, known for its rolling countryside and traditional stone buildings. The village is close to the border with Worcestershire and is surrounded by farmland and wooded areas, offering a peaceful setting. Alstone has a small community with a mix of older and more modern homes, and it retains a quiet, countryside atmosphere. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing local amenities and services. It is a place where residents enjoy a close-knit community and a connection to the surrounding natural landscape.

School Ratings in Alstone

Families in Alstone have access to 83 local schools. Gloucester Road Primary School, Pate's Grammar School and The High School Leckhampton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alstone

Homes sell for an average of £323K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £299K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alstone

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Alstone

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alstone around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Alstone

Alstone benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,157 sales

Average Price £323K
£1K — £73.24M
Detached £500K 1,092
Semi £299K 2,717
Terraced £242K 1,878
Flat £181K 1,240

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
10 Secondary
27 Other
Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Dean Close Airthrie Outstanding 0.3 miles Gloucester Road Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Rowanfield Children's Centre 0.5 miles Rowanfield Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles Rowanfield Infant School Primary 0.5 miles Dean Close Preparatory School 0.5 miles Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service Outstanding 0.6 miles The Catholic School of Saint Gregory the Great Primary 0.6 miles Cheltenham Ladies' College 0.7 miles Dean Close School 0.7 miles Gardners Lane Children's Centre 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Alstone IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Alstone are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
13,066 Children (0-15) 18%
45,812 Working Age 63%
18,756 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Alstone 1 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Alstone are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Gloucestershire St Marks Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

St Mark's 0.6 miles Rowanfield 0.6 miles Cheltenham 0.6 miles Bournside 0.6 miles Lansdown 0.6 miles St Peter's 0.6 miles Benhall 0.9 miles Hatherley 0.9 miles Hester's Way 0.9 miles Arle 0.9 miles The Park 0.9 miles Fairview 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Cheltenham
County Gloucestershire
Ward Springbank
Constituency Cheltenham
Parish Cheltenham, unparished area
Region South West

Streets in GL51 30 shown View all streets

.. 1 A40 2 Abbots Close 1 Acacia Court 1 Addis Road 2 Admiral Close 1 Alder Court 1 Aldershaw Close 1 Alderton Road 2 Alma Close 1 Alma Road 8 Almond Court 1 Alstone Avenue 2 Alstone Croft 2 Alstone Lane 17 Alstone Lane Trading Estate 1 Alstone Mews 1 Amaranth Way 1 Amberley Road 1 Anapa Mews 1 Ansell Close 1 Apple Blossom Drive 1 Appleton Avenue 1 Appleyard Close 1 Arle Avenue 3 Arle Close 1 Arle Drive 2 Arle Gardens 2 Arle Road 14 Arlingham 1

Postcodes in GL51 50 shown View all postcodes

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