Hill Street is in Lydney and in Forest Of Dean district. GL15 5HE is located in the Lydney West & Aylburton 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 Hill Street, Lydney, GL15 5HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL15 5HJ, GL15 5HQ, GL15 5HW, GL15 5HG, GL15 5LA, GL15 5JT, GL15 5RT, GL15 5JX, GL15 5DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL15 5HE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents 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 | 53.3% | 52.5% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.5% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 28.4% | 30.8% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 37.4% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 17.1% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 18.9% | 12.3% | -6.6% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 42.3% | 32.6% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -15.8% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 40.5% | 8.0% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 17.4% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
In the area around GL15 5HE this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 28.9% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 9% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 16.6% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 9% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 15.6% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 17.5% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.1% | 95.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Street was 126.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% higher than the Lydney East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lydney East and the 38th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hill Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-01-26 | £216,510 |
| Oakfield Hill Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2020-04-30 | £266,167 |
| 1 Kings Mews Kings Buildings Hill Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-01-10 | £301,875 |
| 2 Kings Mews Kings Buildings Hill Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2012-05-31 | £176,532 |
| 2 Hill Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2012-03-12 | £229,897 |
GL15 5HE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL15 5HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydney Church of England Community School Bream Road , GL15 5JH | - not rated | 170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Severnbanks Primary School Naas Lane , GL15 5AU | 3out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy School Crescent , GL15 5TA | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylburton Church of England Primary School Church Road , Aylburton GL15 6DB | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pillowell Community Primary School School Road , Pillowell GL15 4QT | 3out of 4 | 3,602 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dean Academy Church Road , GL15 5DZ | 2out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SGS Berkeley Green UTC , Gloucestershire Science and Technology Park GL13 9FB | - not rated | 5,130 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belong School Gloucestershire Church Lane , Whaddon GL4 0UF | - not rated | 582 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Severnside School A21 , Gloucestershire Science and Technology Park GL13 9FB | - not rated | 5,198 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hill Street | Lydney, Gloucestershire | 105 yd | |
| Bengal Balti | 3 Cavendish Buildings, Hill Street | 113 yd | |
| Saffron Balti | 5A Forest Parade, Forest Road | 115 yd | |
| Coco \& Bliss | 1 Hill Street, Lydney | 152 yd | |
| Twinky's | 16 Newerne Street, Lydney | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lydney Town A F C | Swan Road, Lydney | 139 yd | |
| Lydney Rugby Football Club | Regent Street, Lydney | 171 yd | |
| Greyhound | Greyhound Inn, Tuthill | 456 yd | |
| Cross Keys Inn | Church Road, Lydney | 490 yd | |
| Lydney Youth And Community Centre | Naas Lane, Lydney | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NG Thai Food | Hill Street, Lydney | 82 yd | |
| Kunming | 8 Forest Parade, Forest Road | 115 yd | |
| Lydney Charcoal Grill | 6 Forest Parade, Forest Road | 115 yd | |
| Lydney Chippy | 7 Forest Parade, Forest Road | 115 yd | |
| D & M Pizza | 3 Forest Parade, Forest Road | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | 33 Newerne Street, Lydney | 259 yd | |
| Tesco | High Street, Lydney | 302 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club Ginger Health And Fitness (Closed) The Archway The Archway Newerne Street | health and fitness suite | 214 yd |
| Lydney Rugby Club REGENT STREET | grass pitches | 324 yd |
| Lydney Recreation Ground LYDNEY RECREATION GROUND LYDNEY RECREATION GROUND SWAN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 360 yd |
| Bathurst Park Whitecross Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 406 yd |
| Forest Fitness Studio (Closed) Whitecross Business Park Whitecross Business Park Church Road | health and fitness suite | 461 yd |
| Freedom Leisure Lydney CHURCH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 653 yd |
| Meene Primrose Hill | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Bathurst Swimming Pool HIGH STREET | swimming pool | 996 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 | 94.4% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 75.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.