Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

EASTERN AVENUE, GL17 0DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTERN AVENUE, GL17 0DE.

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Population

543

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GL17 0DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

GL17 0DE has a significant social housing presence — 40% 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.

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

GL17 0DE is a safe, established residential area on Eastern Avenue, 0.3km from Mitcheldean in Mitcheldean. Administratively it sits within Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, GL17 0DE 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. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL17 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00113158 (shared with 12 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 0DE. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

GL17 0DE has low crime rates — 35 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft5
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School

Good201 pupils0.3 km
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Dene Magna School

Outstanding1029 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Kevins Butchers0.2 km
  • The Co-op0.2 km
  • The Forest Larder1.0 km
  • Old Smithy Stores0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • The Basement Coffee Lounge0.2 km
  • Wellwisher Cafe0.2 km
  • DFK1.0 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Flames Pizza & Kebab House0.2 km
  • Mitcheldean Chippy0.3 km
  • The Golden Kitchen/Emperor0.3 km
  • Raj Takeaway \& Forest Fish And Chips0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gloucester17.0 km
  • Lydney17.0 km
  • Cam & Dursley18.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Cottage0.2 km
  • Vantage Point Car Park0.2 km
  • Brook Street0.3 km
  • Brook Street0.3 km
  • Dunstone Place0.3 km