Byrons Meadow is in Coleford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL16 8ER is located in the Coleford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 2008-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Byrons Meadow, Coleford, GL16 8ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL16 8HW, GL16 8RE, GL16 8RN, GL16 8HN, GL16 8HP, GL16 8HR, GL16 8RU, GL16 8HH, GL16 8RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL16 8ER, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 48.3% | 52.2% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 47.8% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 37.6% | 41.5% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.8% | 36.1% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 16% | 12.2% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 39.8% | 45.1% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 33.8% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 GL16 8ER this area, 33% 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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 33% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 11.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 16.7% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17.3% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 13.9% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.5% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 100% | 97.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 97.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.1% | 76.7% | -11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.8% | 37.2% | 19.6% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Byrons Meadow was 89.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.2% higher than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Byrons Meadow has the 12th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 59th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% 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 Byrons Meadow, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-09-09 | £271,653 |
| 1 Byrons Meadow, Coleford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-08-02 | £313,512 |
| 2 Byrons Meadow, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2020-06-17 | £282,524 |
| 4 Byrons Meadow, Coleford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2017-04-07 | £274,633 |
| 3 Byrons Meadow, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2015-10-09 | £237,312 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's C of E Academy Bowens Hill Road , GL16 8DU | 1out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Junior School 63 Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Community Infant School Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 4out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellwood Primary School Bromley Road , Ellwood GL16 7LY | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clearwell Church of England Primary School Church Road , Clearwell GL16 8LG | 3out of 4 | 2,584 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Acres High School Five Acres , GL16 7QW | 1out of 4 | 2,656 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 5,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret Mary Warm Welcome | 4 High Nash, Coleford | 303 yd | |
| Grosvenor Facilities Management (GFM) | GlaxoSmithKline Nutritional Healthcare, The Royal Forest Factory | 437 yd | |
| Bicky's | 15 Pyart Court, Coleford | 609 yd | |
| Amici Restaurant | Lords Hill, Coleford | 704 yd | |
| Bells Hotel \& Forest Of Dean Golf Club | The Royal Forest Of Dean Golf Club, Lords Hill | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Feathers | The Feathers Hotel, 30 Market Place | 837 yd | |
| The Dog House Micro Pub | 13 - 15 St John Street, Coleford | 929 yd | |
| Tufthorn Inn | Station Road, Milkwall | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China 21 | 2 Newland Street, Coleford | 829 yd | |
| Hong Kong House | 32 Market Place, Coleford | 837 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 16 Market Place, Coleford | 854 yd | |
| Milano Kebab House | 24 - 25 Market Place, Coleford | 881 yd | |
| Al's Plaice | 31 Gloucester Road, Coleford | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | Lords Hill, Coleford | 704 yd | |
| Lidl | Old Station Way, Coleford | 740 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 25 High Street, Coleford | 745 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym At Coleford (Closed) Unit 11 Unit 11 Stepbridge Road | health and fitness suite | 622 yd |
| Royal Forest Of Dean Golf Club LORDS HILL | golf, tennis courts | 707 yd |
| Simone'S Health Club (Coleford) (Closed) Lords Hill | health and fitness suite | 707 yd |
| Milkwall Fc MILKWALL AFC MILKWALL AFC EDENWALL ROAD | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Coalway Recreation Ground Coalway Road | grass pitches | 1,040 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 | 120 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 127.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 92 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.