Valley Road is in Cinderford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL14 2NY is located in the Cinderford West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Valley Road, Cinderford, GL14 2NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL14 2LG, GL14 2NX, GL14 2NG, GL14 2PQ, GL14 2LF, GL14 2LJ, GL14 2LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL14 2NY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.7% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 57.7% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 6.7% |
| Male | 44.9% | 42.3% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -6.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.5% | 37.7% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 32.6% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 15.3% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 11.5% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.1% | 37.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 29.1% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 21.1% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 8.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 10.2% | 6.4% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.4% | 27.5% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 14.6% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 16.8% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 17.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.1% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.5% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 99% | 96.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 96.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.4% | 76.7% | -17.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 38.4% | 13.5% | 24.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 39.7% | 46.2% | -6.5% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valley Road was 182.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 107.5% higher than the Cinderford East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Valley Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Cinderford East and the 15th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunningdale Valley Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £63,250 | 1998-02-20 | £325,551 |
| Sunningdale Valley Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1997-03-13 | £240,984 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest View Primary School Latimer Road , GL14 2QA | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steam Mills Primary School Steam Mills , GL14 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Littledean Church of England Primary School Church Street , Littledean GL14 3NL | 3out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Denehurst , Ruardean Woodside GL17 9XP | 3out of 4 | 3,559 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 | 1,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Magna School Abenhall Road , GL17 0DU | 4out of 4 | 4,672 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 | 3,881 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxes Bridge Day Centre | Valley Road, Cinderford | 286 yd | |
| Upper Bilson Inn | 30 Valley Road, Cinderford | 546 yd | |
| Cafe 31 | 31 Market Street, Cinderford | 628 yd | |
| Greenhill Coffee House | 8 Market Street, Cinderford | 654 yd | |
| Curry Leaf | 37 - 39 High Street, Cinderford | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Snooker Club | Foxes Bridge Road, Cinderford | 240 yd | |
| Cinderford Miners Welfare Association | Miners Welfare Hall, Wesley Road | 580 yd | |
| Soldiers & Sailors Club Ltd | 1 Commercial Street, Cinderford | 623 yd | |
| The Dog House Cinderford | 8C Market Street, Cinderford | 659 yd | |
| Golden Lion Cinderford Ltd | 27 High Street, Cinderford | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Pastry Products | 45 Foxes Bridge Road, Cinderford | 240 yd | |
| Truly Scrumptious | Lower Ground Kiosk, Market Street | 636 yd | |
| The Chippy Cinderford | 6 Commercial Street, Cinderford | 645 yd | |
| The Jolly Forest Fryer | 52 High Street, Cinderford | 654 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 90 High Street, Cinderford | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Parragate Road, Cinderford | 446 yd | |
| The Co-op | 72 Valley Road, Cinderford | 546 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco, Dockham Road | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Miners Welfare Playing Fields (Cinderford) MINERS WELFARE PLAYING FIELD MINERS WELFARE PLAYING FIELD BARLEY CORN SQUARE | grass pitches | 315 yd |
| Beavis Memorial Ground SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB DOCKHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Oakdene School (Closed) Dockham Road | 965 yd | |
| Collingwood Skatepark STEAM MILLS ROAD | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| St. John'S Cricket Ground FOREST VALE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,080 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.