Station Road is in Milkwall, Coleford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL16 8PZ 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 Station Road, Milkwall, Coleford, GL16 8PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL16 7LD, GL16 8PY, GL16 8QA, GL16 8RZ, GL16 8PX, GL16 7LH, GL16 7LB, GL16 8QB, GL16 7LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL16 8PZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 47.6% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 52.4% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 8PZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 25.2% | 27.3% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 53.3% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 12.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.5% | 54.4% | 9.9% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 10.1% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.4% | 18.3% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 8% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 19.7% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 25.3% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 100% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 97.4% | 98% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 14.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.0% lower than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Station Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufthorn Inn Station Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2024-08-21 | £107,344 |
| Tufthorn View Station Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2020-12-04 | £229,276 |
| Tufthorn Inn Station Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 1998-03-02 | £410,398 |
GL16 8PZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 8PZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coalway Junior School 63 Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 3out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Community Infant School Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 4out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellwood Primary School Bromley Road , Ellwood GL16 7LY | 3out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clearwell Church of England Primary School Church Road , Clearwell GL16 8LG | 3out of 4 | 2,054 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's C of E Academy Bowens Hill Road , GL16 8DU | 1out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,444 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 | 5,225 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perrygrove Railway | Perrygrove Farm, Perrygrove Road | 187 yd | |
| Puzzlewood Tea Rooms | Puzzlewood, Perrygrove Road | 187 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufthorn Inn | Station Road, Milkwall | 0 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym At Coleford (Closed) Unit 11 Unit 11 Stepbridge Road | health and fitness suite | 436 yd |
| Milkwall Fc MILKWALL AFC MILKWALL AFC EDENWALL ROAD | grass pitches | 464 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.