Highbeech Road is in Bream, Lydney and in Forest Of Dean district. GL15 6JH 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 Highbeech Road, Bream, Lydney, GL15 6JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL15 6LE, GL15 6NB, GL15 6LD, GL15 6EE, GL15 6JL, GL15 6JG, GL15 6EG, GL15 6HG, GL15 6EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL15 6JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 30.2% | 39% | 8.8% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 32% | -12.7% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 17% | 7.5% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 9% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 36.3% | 41.1% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 34.4% | -5.9% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13.7% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 6JH this area, 34.5% 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 9.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 34.5% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 12.8% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 14.8% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 9.4% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15.3% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 9.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -24.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 Black | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 97.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 95.6% | 98.7% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 98.7% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highbeech Road was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.9% lower than the Bream average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highbeech Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Bream and the 108th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Highbeech Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,500 | 2004-08-06 | £235,615 |
| 2 Highbeech Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2004-04-19 | £73,256 |
| 25 Highbeech Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2004-03-05 | £228,261 |
| 25 Highbeech Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,500 | 2003-01-24 | £262,500 |
| 25 Highbeech Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1999-09-30 | £223,404 |
GL15 6JH 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.
The percentage of student residents living in GL15 6JH area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bream Church of England Primary School High Street , Bream GL15 6JW | - not rated | 248 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pillowell Community Primary School School Road , Pillowell GL15 4QT | 3out of 4 | 2,392 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkend Primary School Yorkley Road , Parkend GL15 4HL | 2out of 4 | 3,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellwood Primary School Bromley Road , Ellwood GL16 7LY | 3out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yorkley Primary School Lydney Road , Yorkley GL15 4RR | 3out of 4 | 3,684 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 | 4,425 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 | 4,345 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rising Sun | High Street, Bream | 244 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | 1 High Street, Bream | 357 yd | |
| St James's Church Centre | St James Church Centre, Coleford Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bream Sports & Social Club | High Street, Bream | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frydays | Highbeech Road, Bream | 147 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bream Cricket Club BREAM CRICKET CLUB BREAM CRICKET CLUB HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| Bream Rfc HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 359 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% |
| Median download speed | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 200 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.