GL16 8NP is in Newland, Coleford and Forest Of Dean district. GL16 8NP is located in the Newland & Sling 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 Newland, Coleford, GL16 8NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL16 8NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.4% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.6% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GL16 8NP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.6% | 27% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 57.7% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 10% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 53.3% | 51.8% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 13.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 8NP this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 9.1% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 5.7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 14.2% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 14.5% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 47.9% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 14.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 93.9% | 91.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 90.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.4% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 1.7% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around GL16 8NP was 16.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.8% lower than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
GL16 8NP has the 7th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 28th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchamp Cottage, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £527,800 | 2024-02-19 | £578,896 |
| Lawnswood, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2022-04-07 | £331,790 |
| Tranquil, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £477,500 | 2021-04-07 | £581,231 |
| Meander, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2021-01-29 | £560,845 |
| The Old Station, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2020-07-01 | £879,050 |
GL16 8NP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GL16 8NP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Self-Employed | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbrook Church of England Primary School Redbrook , NP25 4LY | 3out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's C of E Academy Bowens Hill Road , GL16 8DU | 1out of 4 | 2,160 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clearwell Church of England Primary School Church Road , Clearwell GL16 8LG | 3out of 4 | 3,055 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Junior School 63 Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 3out of 4 | 3,702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Community Infant School Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 4out of 4 | 3,702 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 | 4,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymin View Primary Wyesham Road , NP25 3JT | - not rated | 4,823 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monmouth Schools Pre-Prep & Nursery Dixton Lane , NP25 3SY | - not rated | 5,427 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 3.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 3.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 3.0% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 211.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 210 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.