GL17 0BZ is a safe, established residential area on Silver Street, 0.5km from Mitcheldean in Mitcheldean. Administratively it sits within Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
For families considering a move, GL17 0BZ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k, down 8.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00113159 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SILVER STREET, GL17 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SILVER STREET, GL17 0BZ.
445
41
£ 41,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL17 0BZ 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.
Area Character
GL17 0BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 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 down 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL17 0BZ. The average age is 40.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 200,000
4 sales · Mean £ 194,498
Semi-Detached
£ 135,000
2 sales · Mean £ 135,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL17 0BZ has low crime rates — 23 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
Dene Magna School
Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Lamb Inn0.2 km
- The Basement Coffee Lounge0.7 km
- Wellwisher Cafe0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Old Smithy Stores0.2 km
- Kevins Butchers0.5 km
- The Co-op0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Horse0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.5 km
- Mitcheldean Chippy0.6 km
- The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.6 km
- Raj Takeaway \& Forest Fish And Chips0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lydney16.5 km
- Gloucester17.2 km
- Cam & Dursley18.0 km
Bus Stops
- Lamb Inn0.2 km
- Abenhall House0.2 km
- Abenhall House0.2 km
- Primary School0.2 km
- Lamb Inn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL170BZ · Data under Open Government Licence