GL17 0BQ is a sought-after residential area on Old Dean Road, 0.5km from Mitcheldean in Mitcheldean. Administratively it sits within Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
For serious buyers, GL17 0BQ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 86% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00113156 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD DEAN ROAD, GL17 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD DEAN ROAD, GL17 0BQ.
274
44
£ 41,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
GL17 0BQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL17 0BQ. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 197,500
6 sales · Mean £ 202,166
Terraced
£ 216,000
3 sales · Mean £ 212,333
Detached
£ 236,500
1 sales · Mean £ 236,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL17 0BQ has low crime rates — 12 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
Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School
Dene Magna School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Kevins Butchers0.4 km
- The Co-op0.4 km
- Old Smithy Stores0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Horse0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Basement Coffee Lounge0.3 km
- Wellwisher Cafe0.4 km
- The Lamb Inn0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.4 km
- Mitcheldean Chippy0.4 km
- The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.3 km
- Raj Takeaway \& Forest Fish And Chips1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lydney17.4 km
- Gloucester17.4 km
- Cam & Dursley18.9 km
Bus Stops
- Vantage Point0.1 km
- Vantage Point0.2 km
- Hollywell Road0.2 km
- Hollywell Road0.2 km
- Vantage Point Grounds0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GL170BQ · Data under Open Government Licence