Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

ORCHARD RISE, GL14 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD RISE, GL14 1AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

389

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: GL14 1AJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

GL14 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 50.9% year-on-year.

home £173,428 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL14 1AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Orchard Rise, 0.9km from Ruddle in Newnham (Forest of Dean). Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL14 1AJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 50.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for GL14 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00113187 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL14 1AJ. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 95,500

4 sales · Mean £ 94,750

Terraced

£ 173,000

5 sales · Mean £ 157,199

Semi-Detached

£ 233,000

2 sales · Mean £ 233,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

GL14 1AJ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Newnham St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good114 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Club0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Old Passage0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shop@TheShip Ltd0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney11.4 km
  • Cam & Dursley11.4 km
  • Stonehouse13.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Penby Lawn0.1 km
  • Orchard Rise school stop0.1 km
  • Penby Lawn0.1 km
  • High St Junction0.2 km
  • Clock Tower0.2 km