GL18 1BD is a safe, established residential area on Ross Road, 0.4km from Picklenash in Newent. Administratively it sits within Newent & Taynton ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for GL18 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00113196 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROSS ROAD, GL18 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSS ROAD, GL18 1BD.
519
45
£ 45,300 /yr
41%
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. GL18 1BD's 71% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL18 1BD. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL18 1BD has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Picklenash Junior School
Glebe Infants' School
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Huntley Cricket Club - Pavilion And Ground0.4 km
- Aviator Enterprises Ltd0.5 km
- Erol's Courtyard Cafe0.5 km
- Holmleigh Care Homes Ltd0.5 km
- Manna Creative Gifts0.4 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Ingram's0.4 km
- Newent Food \& Wine0.4 km
- DIY Farm0.3 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Tything Store0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-op0.5 km
- The Co-op0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Bombay Kitchen0.5 km
- Kam Wah Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Newent Pizza And Kebab House0.5 km
- Sizzling Wok0.5 km
- Tudor Fish & Chip Shop0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cobblers0.5 km
- Junior Rugby Bacon Sandwiches0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ledbury12.4 km
- Gloucester14.1 km
- Colwall16.7 km
Bus Stops
- Kings Arms0.0 km
- Kings Arms0.0 km
- Lakeside0.1 km
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Lakeside0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GL181BD · Data under Open Government Licence