Battledown on the map

Location in GloucestershireBattledown sits where the marker shows within the county.

48,409
Population
19,124
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
67
Schools nearby
£60,249
Avg. household income
1,825
Businesses
682
People per km²

About Battledown

Battledown is a small settlement located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the west of England. It lies within the GL52 postcode area and is situated near the town of Tewkesbury. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The name 'Battledown' suggests a historical connection to a battle, though specific details of such an event are not widely recorded. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Gloucestershire countryside, with rolling hills and agricultural land. The village is not a major tourist destination but offers a quiet, peaceful environment for those living in the region. It is accessible by road, with nearby junctions on the A417 providing links to larger towns and cities.

School Ratings in Battledown

Families in Battledown have access to 67 local schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Battledown

Homes sell for an average of £390K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £356K.

Deprivation and Employment in Battledown

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Battledown among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Battledown

There are 54 GP surgeries within three miles of Battledown, the nearest being Sixways Clinic (0.2 miles away).

Property Prices 8,718 sales

Average Price £390K
£2K , £25.35M
Detached £560K 2,337
Semi £356K 2,539
Terraced £320K 1,914
Flat £197K 1,572

Household Income in Battledown ONS 2023

The average total household income in Battledown is approximately £60,249 a year before tax, 9% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,515. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Battledown £60,249
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £44,515.

Businesses in Battledown ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,825 active businesses based in Battledown, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,825 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Battledown IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Battledown experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
8,762 Children (0-15) 18%
29,830 Working Age 62%
9,822 Older (65+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.7% 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

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Battledown

Of the 21,453 households in and around Battledown, 70% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 11% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Battledown.

Frequently Asked Questions about Battledown

What is the population of Battledown?
Battledown has a population of approximately 48,409 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Battledown?
The average property in and around Battledown sold for about £390,047, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 12% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Battledown a deprived area?
Battledown sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Battledown?
Battledown is covered by the GL52 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Battledown?
There are 67 schools within 5 miles of Battledown, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Battledown?
The nearest railway station to Battledown is Ashchurch For Tewkesbury Train Station, about 7.8 miles away.