Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

NINE WELLS CLOSE, GL16 7BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NINE WELLS CLOSE, GL16 7BZ.

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

295

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 49,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GL16 7BZ combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£485k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £485k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

GL16 7BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Nine Wells Close, 0.1km from The Lonk in Berry Hill. Administratively it sits within Berry Hill ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For serious buyers, GL16 7BZ is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL16 7BZ are sourced from Output Area E00113021 (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 GL16 7BZ. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 405,000

2 sales · Mean £ 405,000

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

GL16 7BZ has low crime rates — 11 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 offences7
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Berry Hill Primary School

Requires Improvement200 pupils0.1 km
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Five Acres High School

Good737 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Berry Hill News0.4 km
  • Bracelands Campsite1.0 km
  • The Dairy0.4 km
  • Esso Lowerlane0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Baguette Stop0.4 km
  • Dog And Muffler Inn0.5 km
  • Forest Holidays0.8 km
  • Gorilla Gaff Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • Hot Pot Pottery0.7 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Huang's Takeaway0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Gamekeepers Inn0.7 km
  • Berry Hill Rugby Club0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Old Vicarage Bed & Breakfast0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lydney12.3 km
  • Chepstow19.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Primary School0.1 km
  • Globe Inn0.3 km
  • Globe Inn0.3 km
  • Rugby Club0.3 km
  • Post Office0.3 km