GL16 7AQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Orchard Way, 0.3km from Lonk, The in Berry Hill. Administratively it sits within Berry Hill ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL16, GL16 7AQ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 94% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £303k.
Census 2021 statistics for GL16 7AQ are sourced from Output Area E00113021 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD WAY, GL16 7AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD WAY, GL16 7AQ.
295
50
£ 49,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates GL16 7AQ — age 50, 94% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL16 7AQ. The average age is 50.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
3 sales · Mean £ 196,666
Detached
£ 237,500
6 sales · Mean £ 269,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL16 7AQ has low crime rates — 23 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
Berry Hill Primary School
Five Acres High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Berry Hill News0.3 km
- Bracelands Campsite0.9 km
- The Dairy0.3 km
- Esso Lowerlane0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Baguette Stop0.2 km
- Dog And Muffler Inn0.8 km
- Forest Holidays0.7 km
- Gorilla Gaff Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Hot Pot Pottery0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Huang's Takeaway0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Gamekeepers Inn0.5 km
- Berry Hill Rugby Club0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Old Vicarage Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lydney12.2 km
- Chepstow19.4 km
Bus Stops
- Globe Inn0.1 km
- Globe Inn0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Lakers Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GL167AQ · Data under Open Government Licence