Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

UNLAWATER LANE, GL14 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNLAWATER LANE, GL14 1BN.

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

337

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL14 1BN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

GL14 1BN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £510k, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £510k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL14 1BN 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.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL14, GL14 1BN offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 £510k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL14 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00113188 (shared with 24 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 1BN. 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

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 510,000

1 sales · Mean £ 510,000

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

GL14 1BN 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.

Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Newnham St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good114 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Old Passage0.8 km
  • Silver Fox Cafe0.9 km
  • The White Hart0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shop@TheShip Ltd0.4 km
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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