Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

OLD DEAN ROAD, GL17 0BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD DEAN ROAD, GL17 0BH.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

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.

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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
workEmployment
6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates GL17 0BH — age 44, 86% ownership, 11% 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

GL17 0BH is a sought-after residential area on Old Dean Road, 0.6km from Mitcheldean in Mitcheldean. Administratively it sits within Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GL17, GL17 0BH offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00113156 (shared with 8 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 GL17 0BH. The average age is 44.4. 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

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

3 sales · Mean £ 174,666

Detached

£ 227,500

1 sales · Mean £ 227,500

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

GL17 0BH has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School

Good201 pupils0.7 km
S

Dene Magna School

Outstanding1029 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Kevins Butchers0.5 km
  • The Co-op0.5 km
  • Old Smithy Stores0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Basement Coffee Lounge0.4 km
  • Wellwisher Cafe0.5 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.5 km
  • Mitcheldean Chippy0.5 km
  • The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gloucester17.4 km
  • Lydney17.5 km
  • Cam & Dursley19.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Hollywell Road0.1 km
  • Hollywell Road0.1 km
  • Vantage Point0.2 km
  • Vantage Point0.2 km
  • Vantage Point Grounds0.4 km