Buckshaft Road is in Cinderford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL14 3DL is located in the Ruspidge 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 Buckshaft Road, Cinderford, GL14 3DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL14 3DJ, GL14 3FB, GL14 3ES, GL14 3DH, GL14 3ED, GL14 3DN, GL14 3EP, GL14 3AB, GL14 3HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL14 3DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.5% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.5% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 14.8% | 28.5% | 13.7% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 50.6% | -16.8% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 13.2% | 6.8% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 33.3% | 42.7% | 9.4% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 44.4% | 37.1% | -7.3% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 14% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25% | 20% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 17.4% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 7.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 16.2% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.9% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 17.9% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 17.9% | -5.2% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 97.2% | 99.3% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 99.3% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buckshaft Road was 56.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% lower than the Cinderford East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buckshaft Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Cinderford East and the 107th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh Buckshaft Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-03-31 | £334,740 |
| 9 The Old School Buckshaft Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-02-16 | £305,233 |
| 9 The Old School Buckshaft Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £270,000 | 2023-03-17 | £280,138 |
| Maughold Buckshaft Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-02-10 | £393,329 |
| Oakleigh Buckshaft Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2017-12-04 | £406,784 |
GL14 3DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 191 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest View Primary School Latimer Road , GL14 2QA | 3out of 4 | 1,941 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littledean Church of England Primary School Church Street , Littledean GL14 3NL | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Soudley School Soudley , GL14 2UA | 3out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Steam Mills Primary School Steam Mills , GL14 3JD | 3out of 4 | 3,561 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 | 2,149 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,788 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 | 293 yd | |
| D S Forest Ltd - White Hart Inn | White Hart Inn, 85 St Whites Road | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Inn | St Whites Road, Cinderford | 726 yd | |
| The Nags Head Inn | The Nags Head, Church Road | 855 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Whites Primary School SNEYD WOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 126 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.