Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

UNLAWATER LANE, GL14 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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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 1BQ 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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. GL14 1BQ spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

GL14 1BQ 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 families considering a move, GL14 1BQ represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £106k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for GL14 1BQ 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 1BQ. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 100,950

2 sales · Mean £ 100,950

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

GL14 1BQ 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 pupils0.3 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 & Dursley11.4 km
  • Lydney11.7 km
  • Stonehouse13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Unlawater Lane0.0 km
  • Unlawater Lane0.0 km
  • Clock Tower0.2 km
  • Clock Tower0.2 km
  • High St Junction0.4 km