Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

GL17 0BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GL17 0BB.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL17 0BB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GL17 0BB's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £580k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

GL17 0BB is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Mitcheldean in Mitcheldean. Administratively it sits within Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL17 0BB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £580k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00113157 (shared with 216 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 0BB. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 580,000

2 sales · Mean £ 580,000

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

GL17 0BB has low crime rates — 27 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour19
Vehicle crime5
Other theft3
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School

Good201 pupils0.3 km
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Dene Magna School

Outstanding1029 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Kevins Butchers0.2 km
  • The Co-op0.2 km
  • Old Smithy Stores0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Basement Coffee Lounge0.1 km
  • Wellwisher Cafe0.1 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.2 km
  • Mitcheldean Chippy0.1 km
  • The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.1 km
  • Raj Takeaway \& Forest Fish And Chips0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney17.1 km
  • Gloucester17.3 km
  • Cam & Dursley18.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Brook Street0.1 km
  • Brook Street0.1 km
  • Vantage Point0.2 km
  • Mill End School stop0.2 km
  • Vantage Point Grounds0.3 km