Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

THE SMITHY, GL15 4DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SMITHY, GL15 4DW.

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

277

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL15 4DW 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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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

GL15 4DW is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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. Property prices are trending up 4.3% year-on-year.

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

GL15 4DW is a safe, established residential area on The Smithy, 0.3km from Blakeney in Blakeney (Forest of Dean). Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL15 4DW represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for GL15 4DW are sourced from Output Area E00112987 (shared with 13 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 GL15 4DW. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 150,000

5 sales · Mean £ 149,300

Semi-Detached

£ 181,500

2 sales · Mean £ 181,500

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

GL15 4DW has low crime rates — 25 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 offences16
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Blakeney Primary School

Good99 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Blakeney Stores Ltd0.1 km
  • Blakeney Post Office0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Cock Inn0.7 km
  • The King's Head0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Blakeney Chip In0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Legg Barn Bed \& Breakfast0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney6.3 km
  • Cam & Dursley9.2 km
  • Stonehouse13.9 km

Bus Stops

  • King's Head0.1 km
  • King's Head0.1 km
  • Orchard Gate0.2 km
  • Orchard Gate0.2 km
  • Highfield0.2 km