Cheltenham
Cheltenham is located in the eastern part of Gloucestershire, England. It lies near the western edge of the Cotswolds, an area known for its picturesque hills and charming villages. Cheltenham is famous for its Regency architecture, cultural festivals, and the Cheltenham Festival, a major horse racing event held at Cheltenham Racecourse. It is situated approximately 10 miles east of Gloucester.
Cheltenham’s population grew by 2.7% since 2011, welcoming approximately 3,000 new residents!
16.7% of our community are from ethnic minorities (includes all groups except white: British), enriching our cultural tapestry.
15.9% of residents are recognised as disabled under the Equality Act (2010)
8.1% have a long-term physical or mental health condition but don’t identify as disabled.
74.1% of adults are physically active, while 16.3% are physically inactive.
56.2% of adults and 32.3% of Year 6 children are overweight (including obesity).
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