Is GL15 4BA a safe place to live?

Yes, GL15 4BA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of GL15 4BA?

The population for the GL15 4BA area is approximately 381 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

HOWELLS LANE, GL15 4BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWELLS LANE, GL15 4BA.

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

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Population

381

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Avg Age

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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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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9/10

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7/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates GL15 4BA — age 47, 76% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL15 4BA is a safe, established residential area on Howells Lane, 0.8km from Bledisloe in Forest of Dean. Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL15 4BA represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL15 4BA are sourced from Output Area E00112990 (shared with 19 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 GL15 4BA. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

GL15 4BA has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Lydney7.9 km
Cam & Dursley9.9 km
Stonehouse13.8 km

Bus Stops

Underdean House0.2 km
Underdean House0.2 km
Kingsland0.4 km
Kingsland0.4 km