Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

TALBOT PLACE, GL17 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TALBOT PLACE, GL17 0BD.

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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 0BD 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

GL17 0BD is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

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

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0BD 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 0BD. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 169,000

4 sales · Mean £ 163,000

Detached

£ 222,500

1 sales · Mean £ 222,500

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

GL17 0BD has low crime rates — 28 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 behaviour20
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School

Good201 pupils0.4 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 Stores0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Basement Coffee Lounge0.2 km
  • Wellwisher Cafe0.2 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.2 km
  • Mitcheldean Chippy0.2 km
  • The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.1 km
  • Raj Takeaway \& Forest Fish And Chips0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney17.2 km
  • Gloucester17.3 km
  • Cam & Dursley18.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Brook Street0.1 km
  • Brook Street0.1 km
  • Vantage Point0.2 km
  • Vantage Point Grounds0.2 km
  • Vantage Point0.3 km