Cheltenham Open Data Adds an "All About Cheltenham" Page
Cheltenham's population, growth, employment rate and Census 2021 statistics, sourced directly from the ONS's Nomis service.
Cheltenham Open Data has added an “All About Cheltenham” page to the site.
It’s the town’s key statistics in one place — population and growth back to 2001, current employment rates, and a Census 2021 headline figure — sourced directly from the ONS’s Nomis service rather than a third-party aggregator, plus a short history timeline from the Domesday Book to today.
Cheltenham’s population has grown from 110,024 in 2001 to 121,452 in 2025, a 10.4% increase, with an employment rate of 79.3%.
FAQs
What’s on the Page?
- A population growth chart and table since 2001, current employment/economic activity/unemployment rates, a Census 2021 population figure as a cross-check, and a short timeline of notable dates in Cheltenham’s history.
How Much Has Cheltenham’s Population Grown?
- From 110,024 in 2001 to 121,452 in 2025 — a 10.4% increase over 24 years, according to the ONS’s mid-year population estimates.
Where Does the Data Come From?
- Nomis, the ONS’s official service for labour market and census data — the same source behind the government’s own local area profiles, not a third-party estimate.
Is There More Detail on Employment?
- Yes — a full employment rate history since 2004 covers economic activity, employment and unemployment rates year by year, with a chart.
How Often Is This Updated?
- Monthly, matching how often this kind of data actually changes — annual population estimates and quarterly employment figures don’t need a faster refresh.