Cinderhill is in Coleford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL16 8HJ is located in the Coleford 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 Cinderhill, Coleford, GL16 8HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL16 8RL, GL16 8RJ, GL16 8HZ, GL16 8RQ, GL16 8HT, GL16 8HS, GL16 8RP, GL16 8SA, GL16 8HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL16 8HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 50.5% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.5% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 32.2% | 31.8% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 44.5% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 6.9% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 49.6% | 40% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 35% | 39.1% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 17.3% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 14.1% | -8.5% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 16.9% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 19.2% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 22% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 4% | 2.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.8% 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% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cinderhill was 107.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.1% higher than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cinderhill has the 8th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 44th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cinderhill, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-06-27 | £284,492 |
| 19 Cinderhill, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2022-05-27 | £300,758 |
| 16 Cinderhill, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2020-11-06 | £210,831 |
| 8 Cinderhill, Coleford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £125,000 | 2010-05-28 | £218,386 |
| 16 Cinderhill, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2006-03-03 | £245,894 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 654 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Junior School 63 Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 3out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Community Infant School Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 4out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Hill Primary School Nine Wells Road , Berry Hill GL16 7AT | 3out of 4 | 2,677 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellwood Primary School Bromley Road , Ellwood GL16 7LY | 3out of 4 | 2,830 yd | Community 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 | 2,324 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 | 5,297 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 | 183 yd | |
| Bicky's | 15 Pyart Court, Coleford | 263 yd | |
| Art Of Coffee / The Lounge | 5 - 6 Market Place, Coleford | 379 yd | |
| M & J @ Bolters | 3 Market Place, Coleford | 379 yd | |
| Coleford Baptist Church | Newland Street, Coleford | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Feathers | The Feathers Hotel, 30 Market Place | 419 yd | |
| The Dog House Micro Pub | 13 - 15 St John Street, Coleford | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China 21 | 2 Newland Street, Coleford | 382 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 16 Market Place, Coleford | 415 yd | |
| Hong Kong House | 32 Market Place, Coleford | 419 yd | |
| Milano Kebab House | 24 - 25 Market Place, Coleford | 465 yd | |
| The Tramstop | 19 St John Street, Coleford | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 25 High Street, Coleford | 315 yd | |
| Lidl | Old Station Way, Coleford | 373 yd | |
| The Co-op | Lords Hill, Coleford | 408 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Forest Of Dean Golf Club LORDS HILL | golf, tennis courts | 511 yd |
| Simone'S Health Club (Coleford) (Closed) Lords Hill | health and fitness suite | 512 yd |
| The Gym At Coleford (Closed) Unit 11 Unit 11 Stepbridge Road | health and fitness suite | 1,050 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 181.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.