Area Spotlight: Living In Bishop’s Cleeve
26th September 2025- Area: Cheltenham
- Blog
Located just north of Cheltenham Spa, the village of Bishop's Cleeve is an increasingly popular place to live. Blending village life with urban convenience and surrounded by the stunning countryside of the Cotswold Way, Bishop's Cleeve has a vibrant community feel and is perfect for family living.
Housing and Property Prices
Offering a mix of housing styles from period to modern, there's something for everyone. Property prices in GL52 8 are on the rise (source: HouseMetric September 2025) and we feel these have yet to peak.
Schools and Education
With two "Good" Ofsted rated primary schools and a secondary school boasting an "Outstanding" rating for its Sixth-form provision, education is well catered for.
Local Amenities
The area has doctors' surgeries and dental practices, together with a library located near the village centre. Together with great local restaurants like La Vecchia Banca, pubs and shops, there are lots of amenities on the doorstep.
Sports and Leisure
Boasting fantastic country walks, a football and rugby club, gym, sports centre and plans passed this year for a new, multi-million pound David Lloyd sports facility due to built in the future, there's no shortage of sporting opportunities.
Transport
Located just a short drive from J9 of the M5 and the new Cotswolds Designer Outlet, Bishops Cleeve enjoys reliable bus routes which connect the village with Tewkesbury and Cheltenham. Onward travel is available from Cheltenham by train and coach.
Looking to sell?
According to the latest data from Twenty EA, 96% of properties sold with us in GL52 achieve the initial listing price and we sell 14 days faster than the area average. If you're thinking of selling, choose an agent who can get you the best result.