Main Road is in Alvington, Lydney and in Forest Of Dean district. GL15 6AU is located in the St. Briavels 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 Main Road, Alvington, Lydney, GL15 6AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL15 6AX, GL15 6AZ, GL15 6AT, GL15 6FF, GL15 6BQ, GL15 6FD, GL15 6BA, GL15 6BB, GL15 6BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL15 6AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.3% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.7% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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% | 37.6% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 42.1% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 11.2% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 44.5% | 45.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 33% | 35.4% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 12.1% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.6% | 23.4% | -17.2% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.1% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 17.8% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 21.3% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 18.3% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.3% | 92.9% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Road was 41.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.1% lower than the Lydney East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lydney East and the 100th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 157.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Main Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2015-09-04 | £250,848 |
| 3 Main Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2003-11-21 | £380,407 |
GL15 6AU 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 | 56 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolaston Primary School Netherend , GL15 6PH | 2out of 4 | 918 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylburton Church of England Primary School Church Road , Aylburton GL15 6DB | - not rated | 2,201 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydney Church of England Community School Bream Road , GL15 5JH | - not rated | 4,249 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Severnbanks Primary School Naas Lane , GL15 5AU | 3out of 4 | 5,282 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3,816 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 | 3,736 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksmiths Arms | Main Road, Alvington | 1 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | Globe Inn, Clanna Road | 179 yd | |
| Swan House Tearoom | Cone Valley, Woolaston | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherend Inn | Netherend, Woolaston | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woolaston Recreation Ground Netherend Crescent | grass pitches | 735 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.