GL14 1BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Unlawater Lane, 1.2km from Ruddle in Newnham (Forest of Dean). Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
For serious buyers, GL14 1BJ is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 52 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £539k, down 68.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL14 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00113188 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UNLAWATER LANE, GL14 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNLAWATER LANE, GL14 1BJ.
337
52
£ 49,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL14 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
GL14 1BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £539k, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £539k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 68.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL14 1BJ. The average age is 52.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 650,000
7 sales · Mean £ 641,428
Flat
£ 192,500
4 sales · Mean £ 188,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL14 1BJ has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
Newnham St Peter's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Old Passage0.9 km
- Silver Fox Cafe0.9 km
- The White Hart0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Shop@TheShip Ltd0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Club0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cam & Dursley11.5 km
- Lydney11.8 km
- Stonehouse13.4 km
Bus Stops
- Unlawater Lane0.1 km
- Unlawater Lane0.1 km
- Clock Tower0.2 km
- Clock Tower0.3 km
- High St Junction0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: GL141BJ · Data under Open Government Licence