Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

HIGH STREET, GL14 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, GL14 1BS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

389

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL14 1BS 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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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
workEmployment
7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates GL14 1BS — age 48, 77% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

GL14 1BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on High Street, 1.0km from Ruddle in Newnham (Forest of Dean). Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL14, GL14 1BS offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL14 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00113187 (shared with 20 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 GL14 1BS. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 372,500

6 sales · Mean £ 410,833

Semi-Detached

£ 247,000

1 sales · Mean £ 247,000

Detached

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

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

GL14 1BS has low crime rates — 24 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 offences9
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Newnham St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good114 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Club0.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Old Passage0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shop@TheShip Ltd0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cam & Dursley11.3 km
  • Lydney11.6 km
  • Stonehouse13.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Clock Tower0.0 km
  • Clock Tower0.1 km
  • Unlawater Lane0.2 km
  • Unlawater Lane0.2 km
  • High St Junction0.3 km