GL18 1BQ is a safe, established residential area on Glebe Close, 0.4km from Newent in Newent. Administratively it sits within Newent & Taynton ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.
Census 2021 statistics for GL18 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00113166 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLEBE CLOSE, GL18 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLEBE CLOSE, GL18 1BQ.
307
40
£ 45,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GL18 1BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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 1BQ's 56% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £445k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL18 1BQ. The average age is 39.8. 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
Detached
£ 425,000
5 sales · Mean £ 443,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL18 1BQ has low crime rates — 39 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
Glebe Infants' School
Picklenash Junior 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 Cafe0.4 km
- Holmleigh Care Homes Ltd0.5 km
- Manna Creative Gifts0.4 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Ingram's0.3 km
- Newent Food \& Wine0.4 km
- DIY Farm0.4 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Tything Store0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-op0.4 km
- The Co-op0.2 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 Shop0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cobblers0.5 km
- Junior Rugby Bacon Sandwiches0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ledbury12.5 km
- Gloucester14.0 km
- Colwall16.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kings Arms0.1 km
- Kings Arms0.1 km
- Lakeside0.1 km
- Lakeside0.1 km
- Police Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GL181BQ · Data under Open Government Licence