Claudius Way is in Lydney and in Forest Of Dean district. GL15 5NN is located in the Lydney East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Claudius Way, Lydney, GL15 5NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL15 5NR, GL15 5NP, GL15 5NZ, GL15 5NB, GL15 5NW, GL15 5NX, GL15 5NJ, GL15 5NT, GL15 5QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL15 5NN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 51.1% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48.9% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 36.4% | 40.2% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 42.9% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 47% | 45.6% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 37.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 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% | 15.6% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 10.2% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 19.1% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 9.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 16% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 27.6% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 97% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97.2% | 94.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 92.7% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claudius Way was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Lydney East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Claudius Way has the 10th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lydney East and the 54th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Claudius Way, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-08-16 | £296,371 |
| 10 Claudius Way, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-02-29 | £400,335 |
| 15 Claudius Way, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-01-05 | £251,873 |
| 15 Claudius Way, Lydney, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2023-04-19 | £169,725 |
| 19 Claudius Way, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-03-03 | £171,196 |
GL15 5NN 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy School Crescent , GL15 5TA | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Severnbanks Primary School Naas Lane , GL15 5AU | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydney Church of England Community School Bream Road , GL15 5JH | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylburton Church of England Primary School Church Road , Aylburton GL15 6DB | - not rated | 3,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pillowell Community Primary School School Road , Pillowell GL15 4QT | 3out of 4 | 3,134 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 | 1,549 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,599 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hips Social Ltd | Unit 2, 71 Newerne Street | 633 yd | |
| Amigos | 47 - 49 Newerne Street, Lydney | 755 yd | |
| Honeypot | 25A Newerne Street, Lydney | 755 yd | |
| Kaplan's Cafe \& Bistro Ltd | 61 Newerne Street, Lydney | 755 yd | |
| The Bridge Cafe | 1 - 2 Bridge House, 38 Newerne Street | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | Greyhound Inn, Tuthill | 651 yd | |
| Severn View Inn | Lynwood Road, Lydney | 696 yd | |
| Lydney Youth And Community Centre | Naas Lane, Lydney | 698 yd | |
| Lydney Rugby Football Club | Regent Street, Lydney | 890 yd | |
| Lydney Town A F C | Swan Road, Lydney | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wall Chinese Takeaway | 3 - 4 Hams Road, Lydney | 713 yd | |
| Rominos Pizza | 13 Hams Road, Lydney | 713 yd | |
| Jimmys Kitchen | Unit 1, 71 Newerne Street | 755 yd | |
| Ruddy's Of Lydney | 53 Newerne Street, Lydney | 755 yd | |
| Kunming | 8 Forest Parade, Forest Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | 33 Newerne Street, Lydney | 774 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Primrose Hill C Of E Academy SCHOOL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Meene Primrose Hill | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Severnbanks Primary School Naas Lane | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Club Ginger Health And Fitness (Closed) The Archway The Archway Newerne Street | health and fitness suite | 834 yd |
| Lydney Rugby Club REGENT STREET | grass pitches | 964 yd |
| Lydney Recreation Ground LYDNEY RECREATION GROUND LYDNEY RECREATION GROUND SWAN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,043 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 48.5% |
| 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 | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.