Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

BLAISDON LANE, GL17 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLAISDON LANE, GL17 0AL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

265

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL17 0AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GL17 0AL's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £685k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £685k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

GL17 0AL is a safe, established residential area on Blaisdon Lane, 0.6km from Nottwood Hill in Forest of Dean. Administratively it sits within Longhope & Huntley ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL17, GL17 0AL offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £685k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00112996 (shared with 11 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 GL17 0AL. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 685,000

2 sales · Mean £ 685,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

GL17 0AL has low crime rates — 7 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 behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Red Hart Inn0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Blaisdon House B\&B0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gloucester13.0 km
  • Stonehouse15.8 km
  • Cam & Dursley15.9 km