Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

PARKS ROAD, GL17 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARKS ROAD, GL17 0DQ.

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Population

543

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /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: GL17 0DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in GL17 0DQ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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

GL17 0DQ is a safe, established residential area on Parks Road, 0.3km from Mitcheldean in Mitcheldean. Administratively it sits within Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, GL17 0DQ 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. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00113158 (shared with 12 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 0DQ. The average age is 36.9. 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 Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 183,500

4 sales · Mean £ 184,248

Detached

£ 153,500

2 sales · Mean £ 153,500

Terraced

£ 96,500

1 sales · Mean £ 96,500

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

GL17 0DQ has low crime rates — 40 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft5
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School

Good201 pupils0.3 km
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Dene Magna School

Outstanding1029 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Kevins Butchers0.3 km
  • The Co-op0.3 km
  • Old Smithy Stores0.4 km
  • The Forest Larder1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • The Basement Coffee Lounge0.3 km
  • Wellwisher Cafe0.3 km
  • DFK1.0 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.3 km
  • Mitcheldean Chippy0.3 km
  • The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.3 km
  • Raj Takeaway \& Forest Fish And Chips0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney17.0 km
  • Gloucester17.0 km
  • Cam & Dursley18.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Cottage0.1 km
  • Vantage Point Car Park0.2 km
  • Dunstone Place0.3 km
  • Lamb Inn0.3 km
  • Dunstone Place0.3 km