Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

CHURCH ROAD, GL14 2DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH ROAD, GL14 2DU.

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Population

434

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL14 2DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 43, GL14 2DU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 25.9% year-on-year.

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

GL14 2DU is a safe, established residential area on Church Road, 0.4km from Cinderford in Cinderford. Administratively it sits within Cinderford East ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £202k, up 25.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for GL14 2DU are sourced from Output Area E00113054 (shared with 14 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 2DU. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 159,000

8 sales · Mean £ 170,931

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

GL14 2DU has low crime rates — 41 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 offences84
Anti-social behaviour46
Public order18
Criminal damage and arson17
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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St White's Primary School

Good289 pupils0.7 km
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Forest View Primary School

Good370 pupils0.8 km
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SGS Forest High School

Inadequate282 pupils1.1 km
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Littledean Church of England Primary School

Good100 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Greenhill Coffee House0.4 km
  • Jasmine Cafe0.4 km
  • Lotus Cantonese Restaurant0.4 km
  • Bracken Cafe And Wine Bar (The Fern Ticket)0.4 km
  • Foxes Bridge Day Centre0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • China House0.8 km
  • Cinderford Kebab0.4 km
  • Truly Scrumptious0.4 km
  • Eats Treats0.4 km
  • Fork & Spoon0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Applegreen Service Station1.0 km
  • Best One0.2 km
  • Bowkett's Off Licence0.3 km
  • Bristol House Stores0.8 km
  • Camerons Quality Butchers0.4 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cinderford Miners Welfare Association0.5 km
  • Cinderford Rugby Football Club0.4 km
  • Soldiers & Sailors Club Ltd0.3 km
  • Causeway Club - Cinderford Town Football Club0.9 km
  • Oaklands Snooker Club0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Co-op0.9 km
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney12.0 km
  • Cam & Dursley14.8 km
  • Stonehouse17.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Flaxley Street0.1 km
  • Flaxley Street0.1 km
  • Baptist Church0.2 km
  • College Road0.2 km
  • College Road0.2 km