St Mark's Ward, Cheltenham: Crime, House Prices and Local Services
Crime, house prices, broadband, schools, health services, parks and more for St Mark's ward in Cheltenham, gathered from open data and shown on one map.
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- Ward code E05015718, 204 postcodes, 1.31 km²
About St Mark's Ward
St Mark's is one of Cheltenham's 20 electoral wards, on the western side of the town. It covers 1.31 square kilometres and 204 postcodes, and borders Benhall, the Reddings & Fiddler's Green, Hesters Way, Lansdown, St Peter's, and Warden Hill.
Whether you are thinking of moving to St Mark's, 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.
St Mark's at a Glance
Crimes reported, 12 months to January 2026
937 Up 4.6% on the year beforeMedian sale price, latest 12 months
£300,000 68 salesGigabit broadband available
99.4% of premisesNearest GP practice
0.44 mi West Cheltenham MedicalListed buildings in the ward
4 4 Grade IICouncillors
2 2 Liberal DemocratRegistered voters
4,689 36.68% turnout in 2026Serious or fatal road collisions
14 2021 to 2025Map of St Mark's
Tick the layers you want to see. The outline is the ward boundary.
Crime in St Mark's
937 crimes were reported in St Mark's in the 12 months from February 2025 to January 2026, about 78.1 a month. The 12 months before that saw 896. The most common category was violence and sexual offences (311), followed by anti-social behaviour (213).
| Category | Last 12 months | Share (%) | Previous 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 311 | 33.2 | 289 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 213 | 22.7 | 191 |
| Public order | 67 | 7.2 | 79 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 66 | 7.0 | 81 |
| Vehicle crime | 61 | 6.5 | 46 |
| Other theft | 51 | 5.4 | 60 |
| Burglary | 50 | 5.3 | 23 |
| Shoplifting | 33 | 3.5 | 29 |
| Drugs | 27 | 2.9 | 23 |
| Bicycle theft | 20 | 2.1 | 28 |
| Other crime | 16 | 1.7 | 32 |
| Robbery | 12 | 1.3 | 4 |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 1.0 | 9 |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 2 |
Streets With the Most Reports
| Street | Crimes |
|---|---|
| Monks Croft | 88 |
| Parking Area | 60 |
| Evington Road | 54 |
| Pitman Road | 53 |
| Wasley Road | 51 |
| Edinburgh Place | 49 |
| Cowper Road | 44 |
| Hamlet Close | 37 |
| Shakespeare Road | 36 |
| Amberley Road | 30 |
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 St Mark's
There have been 2,921 recorded home sales in St Mark's since 1995. Over the latest 12 months to 2026-06-19 the median sale price was £300,000 across 68 sales.
Latest 12 Months by Property Type
| Type | Sales | Median | Lowest | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached | 34 | £307,500 | £158,500 | £825,000 |
| Terraced | 20 | £302,500 | £210,000 | £457,500 |
| Flat or maisonette | 9 | £145,000 | £87,000 | £240,000 |
| Detached | 5 | £445,000 | £360,000 | £520,000 |
Median Price by Year
| Year | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 | £307,500 |
| 2025 | 81 | £280,000 |
| 2024 | 61 | £293,000 |
| 2023 | 59 | £280,000 |
| 2022 | 87 | £300,000 |
| 2021 | 113 | £262,500 |
| 2020 | 71 | £250,000 |
| 2019 | 85 | £235,000 |
| 2018 | 102 | £230,000 |
| 2017 | 108 | £219,500 |
| 2016 | 125 | £195,000 |
| 2015 | 94 | £184,000 |
| 2014 | 103 | £200,000 |
| 2013 | 85 | £174,500 |
| 2012 | 73 | £170,000 |
| 2011 | 41 | £160,000 |
| 2010 | 81 | £173,500 |
| 2009 | 85 | £157,500 |
| 2008 | 64 | £158,000 |
| 2007 | 127 | £167,000 |
| 2006 | 134 | £159,000 |
| 2005 | 116 | £155,000 |
| 2004 | 97 | £134,500 |
| 2003 | 135 | £127,500 |
| 2002 | 133 | £120,000 |
| 2001 | 107 | £89,000 |
| 2000 | 87 | £72,000 |
| 1999 | 100 | £63,750 |
| 1998 | 90 | £59,995 |
| 1997 | 104 | £54,000 |
| 1996 | 85 | £48,000 |
| 1995 | 64 | £46,750 |
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 St Mark's
Cheltenham Borough Council is made up of 40 councillors, two for each of the town's 20 wards. The councillors for St Mark's are Sandra Holliday (Liberal Democrat) and Richard Pineger (Liberal Democrat).
Elections and Turnout
| Election | Date | Seats contested | Registered voters | Ballots cast | Turnout (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 borough election | 2026-05-07 | 1 | 4,689 | 1,720 | 36.68 |
| 2024 borough election | 2024-05-02 | 2 | 4,783 | 1,354 | 28.31 |
2026 borough election Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share of votes (%) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard James Pineger | Liberal Democrat | 752 | 43.9 | Elected |
| Antony Neil Fillingham | Reform UK | 438 | 25.6 | |
| Kieran Scott | Green | 297 | 17.3 | |
| Colin John Parsons | Conservative | 160 | 9.3 | |
| Julie Frances Farmer | Labour | 67 | 3.9 |
Official 2026 borough election result for St Mark's on the council's website.
2024 borough election Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share of votes (%) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandra Jane Holliday | Liberal Democrat | 720 | 29.2 | Elected |
| Richard James Pineger | Liberal Democrat | 697 | 28.3 | Elected |
| Louise Collins | Conservative | 268 | 10.9 | |
| Penny Hyams | Conservative | 223 | 9.1 | |
| Julie Frances Farmer | Labour | 222 | 9.0 | |
| Naomi Ruth Seadon | Green | 173 | 7.0 | |
| Adrian Becker | Green | 159 | 6.5 |
Official 2024 borough election result for St Mark's 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 St Mark's
GP practices
0 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Pharmacies
4 in St Mark's. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Dentists
2 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Opticians
0 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Hospitals
0 in St Mark's, 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 | 1.6 | Nearby | |
| Delancey Hospital | Charlton Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | 2.01 | Nearby |
Schools Near St Mark's
Schools
2 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Parks and Play Near St Mark's
Parks and open spaces
3 in St Mark's. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Play areas
1 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Running events
1 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 3 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field parkrun, Cheltenham | 5k | 0.17 | In ward | |
| Cheltenham junior parkrun | Junior (2k) | 1.23 | Nearby | |
| Cheltenham parkrun | 5k | 1.46 | Nearby | |
| Burrow's Field junior parkrun | Junior (2k) | 1.79 | Nearby |
Everyday Services Near St Mark's
Public toilets
1 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Post offices
1 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Parcel pick-up points
2 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Food banks
0 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 3 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Open Door | Unit 3, St George’s Business Park, Alstone Lane, Cheltenham, GL51 8HF | 0.46 | Nearby | |
| Cheltenham Foodbank | Cheltenham Elim Church, 115-117 St George's Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3ED | 0.91 | Nearby | |
| Springbank Community Group | Ron Smith Pavilion, Springbank Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 0LH | 1.0 | Nearby |
Community spaces
1 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground Cafe - Brooklyn Club | Community Centre, Brooklyn Rd, Cheltenham, GL51 8DS | 0.2 | In ward | |
| Hub8 GC | Gloucestershire College, Cheltenham Campus, PE Way, Cheltenham GL51 7SJ | 0.47 | Nearby | |
| The Inclusion Hub | Cassin Drive, Cheltenham, GL51 7SY | 0.6 | Nearby | |
| Wilson Art Gallery and Museum | 51 Clarence St, Cheltenham GL50 3JT | 1.24 | Nearby | |
| Hub8 MX | Chester Walk, Cheltenham, GL50 3JZ | 1.25 | Nearby | |
| Frogmore House | 6 Ormond Place, Cheltenham GL50 1JD | 1.31 | Nearby |
Getting Around Near St Mark's
Car parks
2 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
EV charging
0 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Fuel stations
0 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Food and Drink Near St Mark's
Pubs, cafes and takeaways
18 in St Mark's.
Heritage Near St Mark's
Places to visit
0 in St Mark's, plus the nearest 5 beyond its boundary. Distances are in miles from the middle of the ward.
Listed buildings
4 in St Mark's.
| Name | Details | Distance (mi) | Where | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Granleys | Grade II | 0.2 | In ward | |
| The Knowle | Grade II | 0.22 | In ward | |
| Boundary Wall Gate Piers And Overthrow To North And East Of Church Of St Mark | Grade II | 0.27 | In ward | |
| Church Of St Mark | Grade II | 0.27 | In ward |
Local Issues in St Mark's
Reports on FixMyStreet
| Report | Category | Reported | Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dangerous road repairs | Potholes & road surface | 2026-09-21 |
Serious and Fatal Road Collisions
Police recorded 14 serious or fatal road collisions in St Mark's between 2021 and 2025. Slight collisions are not counted here; the Cheltenham road collisions page covers the whole town.
Broadband in St Mark's
| Speed tier | Premises covered (%) |
|---|---|
| Superfast (30 Mbps+) | 100.0 |
| Ultrafast (100 Mbps+) | 99.5 |
| Ultrafast (300 Mbps+) | 99.5 |
| Gigabit (1000 Mbps+) | 99.4 |
See how St Mark's compares with every other ward on the Cheltenham broadband page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Does the St Mark's 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.