Yorkley Road is in Parkend, Lydney and in Forest Of Dean district. GL15 4HL is located in the Bream 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 Yorkley Road, Parkend, Lydney, GL15 4HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL15 4HL 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 | 52.5% | 48.1% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 47.5% | 51.9% | 4.4% | 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 GL15 4HL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 32.1% | 32.5% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 51.7% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 49.2% | 52.3% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.3% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 11.1% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 19.6% | 10.7% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 7.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 14.5% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 19% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 37.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.8% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 93.6% | 94.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 93.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yorkley Road was 114.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.2% higher than the Bream average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Yorkley Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Bream and the 41st highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vicarage Yorkley Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2002-08-12 | £1,194,779 |
| School House Yorkley Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 1998-07-03 | £707,102 |
GL15 4HL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GL15 4HL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkend Primary School Yorkley Road , Parkend GL15 4HL | 2out of 4 | 117 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pillowell Community Primary School School Road , Pillowell GL15 4QT | 3out of 4 | 1,818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yorkley Primary School Lydney Road , Yorkley GL15 4RR | 3out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bream Church of England Primary School High Street , Bream GL15 6JW | - not rated | 2,827 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellwood Primary School Bromley Road , Ellwood GL16 7LY | 3out of 4 | 3,421 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,401 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Forest Cycles | Dean Forest Cycles Ltd, Whitecroft Road | 595 yd | |
| The Postage Stamp Cafe | New Road, Parkend | 634 yd | |
| Dean Field Study Centre | New Road, Parkend | 634 yd | |
| The Fountain Inn | Fountain Way, Parkend | 685 yd | |
| The Woodman Inn | The Woodman, Folly Road | 1,009 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.