West View is in Cinderford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL14 2EP is located in the Cinderford East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about West View, Cinderford, GL14 2EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL14 2DW, GL14 2DS, GL14 2DD, GL14 2EN, GL14 3EB, GL14 2DN, GL14 2DL, GL14 2DQ, GL14 2EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL14 2EP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 48.1% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50.5% | 51.9% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GL14 2EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.7% | 27.1% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 54.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 10.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.5% | 38.8% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 35.3% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 20.6% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 19.2% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 12.1% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.2% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 14.6% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 28.9% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.3% | 97.2% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 97.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96% | 97.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West View was 27.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.6% lower than the Cinderford East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West View has the 4th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Cinderford East and the 56th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 West View, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-10-04 | £219,356 |
| 3 West View, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-08-30 | £254,770 |
| 9 West View, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-08-16 | £280,767 |
| 35 West View, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2023-12-05 | £191,336 |
| 20 West View, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-06-21 | £249,491 |
GL14 2EP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL14 2EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St White's Primary School Sneyd Wood Road , GL14 3GD | 3out of 4 | 689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest View Primary School Latimer Road , GL14 2QA | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littledean Church of England Primary School Church Street , Littledean GL14 3NL | 3out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Steam Mills Primary School Steam Mills , GL14 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Soudley School Soudley , GL14 2UA | 3out of 4 | 3,204 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forest High School Causeway Road , GL14 2AZ | 2out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Magna School Abenhall Road , GL17 0DU | 4out of 4 | 5,023 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heart of the Forest Community Special School Speech House , GL16 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 4,257 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Freehouse | The Woodlands, 64 St Whites Road | 550 yd | |
| Muzo's Cafe | 6 Berisford Court, Dockham Road | 639 yd | |
| Greenhill Coffee House | 8 Market Street, Cinderford | 644 yd | |
| Cafe 31 | 31 Market Street, Cinderford | 649 yd | |
| Lotus Cantonese Restaurant | 20 High Street, Cinderford | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nags Head Inn | The Nags Head, Church Road | 244 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Inn | St Whites Road, Cinderford | 260 yd | |
| Soldiers & Sailors Club Ltd | 1 Commercial Street, Cinderford | 577 yd | |
| Cinderford Rugby Football Club | Cinderford Rugby Club, Dockham Road | 633 yd | |
| The Dog House Cinderford | 8C Market Street, Cinderford | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy Cinderford | 6 Commercial Street, Cinderford | 551 yd | |
| Cinderford Kebab | 10 High Street, Cinderford | 673 yd | |
| Pick A Pizza | 12 High Street, Cinderford | 673 yd | |
| Truly Scrumptious | Lower Ground Kiosk, Market Street | 678 yd | |
| Cinderford Fryer | 7 High Street, Cinderford | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco, Dockham Road | 593 yd | |
| Lidl | Parragate Road, Cinderford | 891 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdene School (Closed) Dockham Road | 538 yd | |
| Miners Welfare Playing Fields (Cinderford) MINERS WELFARE PLAYING FIELD MINERS WELFARE PLAYING FIELD BARLEY CORN SQUARE | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Beavis Memorial Ground SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB DOCKHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| St Whites Primary School SNEYD WOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 731 yd |
| Causeway Ground EDGE HILLS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.