Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

GLEBE CLOSE, GL18 1BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLEBE CLOSE, GL18 1BH.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL18 1BH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

GL18 1BH is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 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

GL18 1BH is a safe, established residential area on Glebe Close, 0.4km from Newent in Newent. Administratively it sits within Newent & Taynton ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL18 1BH represents 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL18 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00113166 (shared with 9 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 GL18 1BH. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

GL18 1BH has low crime rates — 44 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson10
Shoplifting10

school Local Schools

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Picklenash Junior School

Good204 pupils0.2 km
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Glebe Infants' School

Good133 pupils0.2 km
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Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre

Good1048 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Huntley Cricket Club - Pavilion And Ground0.4 km
  • Aviator Enterprises Ltd0.5 km
  • Erol's Courtyard Cafe0.4 km
  • Holmleigh Care Homes Ltd0.5 km
  • Manna Creative Gifts0.4 km
  • + 12 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Ingram's0.3 km
  • Newent Food \& Wine0.4 km
  • DIY Farm0.3 km
  • Spar0.4 km
  • Tything Store0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-op0.5 km
  • The Co-op0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Bombay Kitchen0.5 km
  • Kam Wah Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Newent Pizza And Kebab House0.5 km
  • Sizzling Wok0.5 km
  • Tudor Fish & Chip Shop0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Cobblers0.5 km
  • Junior Rugby Bacon Sandwiches0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ledbury12.5 km
  • Gloucester14.0 km
  • Colwall16.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Kings Arms0.0 km
  • Kings Arms0.0 km
  • Lakeside0.1 km
  • Lakeside0.1 km
  • Fire Station0.1 km