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.
OLD DEAN ROAD, GL17 0BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD DEAN ROAD, GL17 0BH.
274
44
£ 41,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School
Dene Magna School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Kevins Butchers0.5 km
- The Co-op0.5 km
- Old Smithy Stores0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Horse0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Basement Coffee Lounge0.4 km
- Wellwisher Cafe0.5 km
- The Lamb Inn0.9 km
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
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Postcode Profile: GL170BH · Data under Open Government Licence