GL16 7BL is a safe, established residential area on Barn Hill Road, 0.3km from Purples Tump in Broadwell and Coalway. Administratively it sits within Berry Hill ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GL16 7BL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £327k, down 23.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL16 7BL are sourced from Output Area E00113073 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARN HILL ROAD, GL16 7BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARN HILL ROAD, GL16 7BL.
317
42
£ 38,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL16 7BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 36% of tenure in GL16 7BL — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 23.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL16 7BL. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 285,000
1 sales · Mean £ 285,000
Detached
£ 422,500
2 sales · Mean £ 422,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL16 7BL has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Coalway Junior School
Coalway Community Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Brisland Meats Ltd0.8 km
- Premier Stores0.5 km
- Eskimarket (Coleford) Limited0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Beechenhurst Cafe0.9 km
- C U Canteen0.9 km
- Dome Garden0.9 km
- Forest Hills Golf And Leisure Ltd0.7 km
- Salvation Army0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Crown Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lydney10.2 km
- Cam & Dursley18.2 km
- Chepstow18.2 km
Bus Stops
- Bridge0.2 km
- Memorial Hall0.2 km
- Church Walk0.2 km
- Bridge0.2 km
- The White House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL167BL · Data under Open Government Licence