Oakley Ward, Cheltenham: Crime, House Prices and Local Services
Crime, house prices, broadband, schools, health services, parks and more for Oakley ward in Cheltenham, gathered from open data and shown on one map.
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- Ward code E05015713, 148 postcodes, 1.37 km²
About Oakley Ward
Oakley is one of Cheltenham's 20 electoral wards, on the eastern side of the town. It covers 1.37 square kilometres and 148 postcodes, and borders All Saints, Battledown, Cleeve Hill, Pittville, and Prestbury.
Whether you are thinking of moving to Oakley, already live here, or just want to know what is nearby, this page pulls the ward's figures together in one place: how much crime is reported and what kind, what homes sell for, how fast the broadband is, and where to find the nearest GP, dentist, optician, school, park, play area and public toilet. Places inside the ward are marked as such, and where the ward has fewer than three of something the nearest ones just over its boundary, within three miles, are listed alongside.
Comparing areas? The Cheltenham wards page puts all 20 wards on one map and one table. For the whole town, see our pages on crime data, house prices, GPs and pharmacies, dentists and opticians.
Oakley at a Glance
Crimes reported, 12 months to January 2026
667 Up 5.7% on the year beforeMedian sale price, latest 12 months
£278,000 67 salesGigabit broadband available
96.6% of premisesNearest GP practice
0.42 mi Berkeley Place SurgeryListed buildings in the ward
7 7 Grade IICouncillors
2 2 Liberal DemocratRegistered voters
4,373 33.55% turnout in 2026Serious or fatal road collisions
6 2022 to 2025Map of Oakley
Tick the layers you want to see. The outline is the ward boundary.
Crime in Oakley
667 crimes were reported in Oakley in the 12 months from February 2025 to January 2026, about 55.6 a month. The 12 months before that saw 631. The most common category was violence and sexual offences (266), followed by anti-social behaviour (127).
| Category | Last 12 months | Share (%) | Previous 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 266 | 39.9 | 256 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 127 | 19.0 | 111 |
| Vehicle crime | 60 | 9.0 | 48 |
| Public order | 39 | 5.8 | 54 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 37 | 5.5 | 42 |
| Shoplifting | 32 | 4.8 | 18 |
| Other theft | 26 | 3.9 | 28 |
| Other crime | 21 | 3.1 | 23 |
| Burglary | 20 | 3.0 | 21 |
| Drugs | 16 | 2.4 | 4 |
| Possession of weapons | 15 | 2.2 | 10 |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.6 | 9 |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.3 | 5 |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.3 | 2 |
Streets With the Most Reports
| Street | Crimes |
|---|---|
| Whaddon Road | 72 |
| B4075 | 56 |
| Pennine Road | 55 |
| Sports/recreation Area | 32 |
| Mersey Road | 27 |
| Selkirk Gardens | 22 |
| Robins Close | 21 |
| Lynworth Place | 19 |
| Cheviot Road | 19 |
| Newland Court | 19 |
Police record each crime against the nearest street point rather than the exact spot, so a street's total also includes crimes reported nearby. Crimes are counted by that point falling inside the ward boundary, so incidents on a boundary road can land on either side.
House Prices in Oakley
There have been 2,477 recorded home sales in Oakley since 1995. Over the latest 12 months to 2026-07-28 the median sale price was £278,000 across 67 sales.
Latest 12 Months by Property Type
| Type | Sales | Median | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached | 30 | £318,725 | £200,000 | £680,000 |
| Terraced | 18 | £268,500 | £120,000 | £500,000 |
| Flat or maisonette | 17 | £194,000 | £80,000 | £450,000 |
| Other | 2 | £190,000 | £120,000 | £260,000 |
Median Price by Year
| Year | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 28 | £262,500 |
| 2025 | 85 | £281,000 |
| 2024 | 51 | £255,000 |
| 2023 | 67 | £274,000 |
| 2022 | 71 | £263,000 |
| 2021 | 95 | £232,000 |
| 2020 | 81 | £218,000 |
| 2019 | 76 | £202,000 |
| 2018 | 100 | £190,050 |
| 2017 | 84 | £197,750 |
| 2016 | 86 | £180,000 |
| 2015 | 79 | £170,000 |
| 2014 | 85 | £156,000 |
| 2013 | 79 | £165,000 |
| 2012 | 63 | £150,000 |
| 2011 | 73 | £137,000 |
| 2010 | 59 | £136,000 |
| 2009 | 46 | £146,000 |
| 2008 | 57 | £153,500 |
| 2007 | 91 | £145,000 |
| 2006 | 112 | £131,250 |
| 2005 | 82 | £119,500 |
| 2004 | 99 | £115,000 |
| 2003 | 98 | £105,000 |
| 2002 | 79 | £98,150 |
| 2001 | 99 | £75,000 |
| 2000 | 74 | £69,750 |
| 1999 | 115 | £57,500 |
| 1998 | 75 | £50,500 |
| 1997 | 85 | £51,000 |
| 1996 | 56 | £44,250 |
| 1995 | 47 | £44,000 |
The latest year is part-year, so its sale count is lower. Prices come from HM Land Registry's Price Paid data, matched to the ward by postcode.
Politics and Voting in Oakley
Cheltenham Borough Council is made up of 40 councillors, two for each of the town's 20 wards. The councillors for Oakley are Rowena Hay (Liberal Democrat) and Alisha Lewis (Liberal Democrat).
Elections and Turnout
| Election | Date | Seats contested | Registered voters | Ballots cast | Turnout (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 borough election | 2026-05-07 | 1 | 4,373 | 1,467 | 33.55 |
| 2024 borough election | 2024-05-02 | 2 | 4,385 | 1,055 | 24.06 |
2026 borough election Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share of votes (%) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alisha Chloe-Marie Lewis | Liberal Democrat | 632 | 43.1 | Elected |
| Maureen Susan Dodwell | Reform UK | 487 | 33.2 | |
| Nathan Weller | Green | 204 | 13.9 | |
| Roy Hewlett | Conservative | 144 | 9.8 |
Official 2026 borough election result for Oakley on the council's website.
2024 borough election Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share of votes (%) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowena Mary Hay | Liberal Democrat | 626 | 32.6 | Elected |
| Alisha Chloe-Marie Lewis | Liberal Democrat | 492 | 25.7 | Elected |
| Margaret Emma Frances Nelson | Conservative | 237 | 12.4 | |
| Andrew Stephen Wall | Conservative | 196 | 10.2 | |
| Isobel Amy Laing | Labour | 150 | 7.8 | |
| Claire Angela Blanche Spanner | Green | 133 | 6.9 | |
| Nathan Luke Weller | Green | 84 | 4.4 |
Official 2024 borough election result for Oakley on the council's website.
Election results and councillors from Cheltenham Borough Council. Each voter has as many votes as there are seats, so in a two-seat contest the votes can add up to more than the ballot papers issued, and turnout is ballot papers issued as a share of registered voters. See the results for every ward.
Health Near Oakley
GP practices
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Pharmacies
1 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Dentists
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Opticians
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Hospitals
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 2 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham General Hospital | A&E. Sandford Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | 1.31 | Nearby | |
| Delancey Hospital | Charlton Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | 2.19 | Nearby |
Schools Near Oakley
Schools
2 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Parks and Play Near Oakley
Parks and open spaces
9 in Oakley. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Play areas
3 in Oakley. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Crescent Play Area | 0.12 | In ward | ||
| Priors Farm Toddler Play Area | 0.4 | In ward | ||
| Whaddon Rec Play Area | 0.47 | In ward |
Running events
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 4 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham parkrun | 5k | 1.08 | Nearby | |
| Cheltenham junior parkrun | Junior (2k) | 2.11 | Nearby | |
| Burrow's Field junior parkrun | Junior (2k) | 2.3 | Nearby | |
| King George V Playing Field parkrun, Cheltenham | 5k | 2.56 | Nearby |
Everyday Services Near Oakley
Public toilets
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Post offices
1 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Parcel pick-up points
3 in Oakley. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Food banks
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 3 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Foodbank | Cheltenham Elim Church, 115-117 St George's Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3ED | 1.54 | Nearby | |
| Cheltenham Open Door | Unit 3, St George’s Business Park, Alstone Lane, Cheltenham, GL51 8HF | 2.0 | Nearby | |
| Springbank Community Group | Ron Smith Pavilion, Springbank Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 0LH | 2.85 | Nearby |
Community spaces
1 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley Resource Hub, Cheltenham | Clyde Crescent, Cheltenham, GL52 5QL | 0.09 | In ward | |
| School House Cafe | St. Pauls Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 4EZ | 1.16 | Nearby | |
| Frogmore House | 6 Ormond Place, Cheltenham GL50 1JD | 1.2 | Nearby | |
| Hub8 MX | Chester Walk, Cheltenham, GL50 3JZ | 1.2 | Nearby | |
| Wilson Art Gallery and Museum | 51 Clarence St, Cheltenham GL50 3JT | 1.21 | Nearby | |
| St Paul's Hub | St Paul's Walk, Cheltenham, GL50 4GG | 1.25 | Nearby |
Getting Around Near Oakley
Car parks
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
EV charging
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Fuel stations
0 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Food and Drink Near Oakley
Pubs, cafes and takeaways
13 in Oakley.
Heritage Near Oakley
Places to visit
1 in Oakley, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Listed buildings
7 in Oakley.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Entrance To Cemetery | Grade II | 0.11 | In ward | |
| Cemetery Lodge | Grade II | 0.13 | In ward | |
| Inner Gateway To Cemetery | Grade II | 0.19 | In ward | |
| Octagonal Lodge Approximately 15 Metres North West Of Cemetery Chapels, Cheltenham Cemetery | Grade II | 0.32 | In ward | |
| Two Cemetery Chapels, Cheltenham Cemetery | Grade II | 0.33 | In ward | |
| Tomb Of Thomas Champion, Cheltenham Cemetery | Grade II | 0.35 | In ward | |
| Joseph Pitt House | Grade II | 0.45 | In ward |
Local Issues in Oakley
Reports on FixMyStreet
There are no recent FixMyStreet reports in the ward.
Serious and Fatal Road Collisions
Police recorded 6 serious or fatal road collisions in Oakley between 2022 and 2025. Slight collisions are not counted here; the Cheltenham road collisions page covers the whole town.
| Date | Severity | Road | Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-30 | Serious | B4075 | |
| 2025-02-20 | Serious | Unclassified road | |
| 2024-12-04 | Serious | Unclassified road | |
| 2024-07-19 | Serious | B4632 | |
| 2022-10-06 | Serious | B4075 | |
| 2022-01-10 | Serious | B4075 |
Broadband in Oakley
| Speed tier | Premises covered (%) |
|---|---|
| Superfast (30 Mbps+) | 100.0 |
| Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) | 97.1 |
| Ultrafast (300 Mbps+) | 96.5 |
| Gigabit (1000 Mbps+) | 96.6 |
See how Oakley compares with every other ward on the Cheltenham broadband page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Does the Oakley Data Come From?
- Crime is street-level data from data.police.uk. House prices are HM Land Registry Price Paid data. Election results and councillors are from Cheltenham Borough Council. Broadband is from Ofcom's Connected Nations, and ward boundaries are from the Office for National Statistics. Everything else comes from the same open datasets behind the rest of this site, such as the NHS, the Food Standards Agency, Historic England and OpenStreetMap, sorted into the ward by location.
How Accurate Is the Ward Boundary?
- The boundary is a simplified version of the official ward outline, so a place right on the edge of the ward may be counted on either side. Where a service sits just outside the boundary it is listed as nearby, with its distance from the middle of the ward.
Does the Crime Count Show How Safe the Ward Is?
- Not on its own. The figures are reports recorded by the police, they don't allow for the number of people living in or passing through the ward, and police record crimes against the nearest street point rather than the exact location. Use them to compare one year with another and one type of crime with another.
Crime data © data.police.uk, election results © Cheltenham Borough Council, house prices © HM Land Registry, ward boundaries © Office for National Statistics, all under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Last updated 21 September 2026.