GL16 7AU is a safe, established residential area on Coverham Road, 0.2km from Berry Hill in Berry Hill. Administratively it sits within Berry Hill ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GL16 7AU 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k, down 10.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL16 7AU are sourced from Output Area E00112991 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COVERHAM ROAD, GL16 7AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COVERHAM ROAD, GL16 7AU.
532
42
£ 38,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL16 7AU 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.
Area Character
GL16 7AU has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 10.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL16 7AU. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 237,500
14 sales · Mean £ 227,425
Detached
£ 292,500
8 sales · Mean £ 300,812
Terraced
£ 154,000
5 sales · Mean £ 153,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL16 7AU has low crime rates — 28 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.
school Local Schools
Berry Hill Primary School
Five Acres High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Berry Hill News0.4 km
- Bracelands Campsite0.7 km
- The Dairy0.3 km
- Esso Lowerlane0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Baguette Stop0.1 km
- Forest Holidays0.6 km
- Gorilla Gaff Coffee Shop0.5 km
- Hot Pot Pottery0.7 km
- Pitchside Cafe0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Huang's Takeaway0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Gamekeepers Inn0.6 km
- Berry Hill Rugby Club0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Old Vicarage Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lydney12.1 km
- Chepstow19.2 km
Bus Stops
- Kells Road0.0 km
- Kells Road0.0 km
- Coverham Road0.1 km
- Coverham Road0.1 km
- The Crescent0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GL167AU · Data under Open Government Licence