Is GL18 1NU a safe place to live?

Yes, GL18 1NU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of GL18 1NU?

The population for the GL18 1NU area is approximately 258 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Forest of Dean, South West

GL18 1NU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GL18 1NU.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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2/10

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10/10

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2/10

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Area Character

GL18 1NU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GL18 1NU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km from Gorsley, Little in Forest of Dean. Administratively it sits within Newent & Taynton ward and the Forest of Dean constituency.

For families considering a move, GL18 1NU represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GL18 1NU are sourced from Output Area E00113200 (shared with 25 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 GL18 1NU. The average age is 52.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

GL18 1NU has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ledbury13.9 km
Gloucester16.2 km
Colwall18.9 km

Bus Stops

Crossroads0.4 km
Crossroads0.4 km