Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

GL14 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GL14 1DS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

242

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL14 1DS 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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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
workEmployment
7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

GL14 1DS is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

GL14 1DS is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Ruddle in Forest of Dean. Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL14 1DS represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL14 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00113189 (shared with 17 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 1DS. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

GL14 1DS has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Newnham St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good114 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Club0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Old Passage0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shop@TheShip Ltd0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney10.8 km
  • Cam & Dursley10.9 km
  • Stonehouse13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Underhill Farm0.1 km
  • Underhill Farm0.1 km
  • Haie Lodge0.4 km
  • Haie Lodge0.4 km
  • St Peter's Church0.4 km