Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

CHURCH WALK, GL16 7BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH WALK, GL16 7BN.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL16 7BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

GL16 7BN has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

GL16 7BN is a safe, established residential area on Church Walk, 0.2km from Broadwell in Broadwell and Coalway. Administratively it sits within Berry Hill ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, GL16 7BN 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. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL16 7BN are sourced from Output Area E00113073 (shared with 8 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 GL16 7BN. 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

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

GL16 7BN has low crime rates — 22 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.

Anti-social behaviour17
Violence and sexual offences16
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft5
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Coalway Junior School

Good227 pupils0.8 km
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Coalway Community Infant School

Requires Improvement155 pupils0.8 km
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Five Acres High School

Good737 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Brisland Meats Ltd0.8 km
  • Premier Stores0.6 km
  • Eskimarket (Coleford) Limited0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Beechenhurst Cafe0.9 km
  • C U Canteen0.9 km
  • Dome Garden0.8 km
  • Forest Hills Golf And Leisure Ltd0.6 km
  • Salvation Army0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney10.3 km
  • Chepstow18.3 km
  • Cam & Dursley18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Walk0.0 km
  • Memorial Hall0.1 km
  • The White House0.1 km
  • Bridge0.2 km
  • The White House0.2 km