Grove Road is in Berry Hill, Coleford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL16 8QU 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 Grove Road, Berry Hill, Coleford, GL16 8QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL16 8QH, GL16 8QY, GL16 8QJ, GL16 7RQ, GL16 8QL, GL16 8RF, GL16 7RD, GL16 8QW, GL16 8QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL16 8QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.9% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47% | 49.1% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 8QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 14.6% | 29.4% | 14.8% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 55.5% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 9.8% | -5.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 3.6% | -6.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 44.7% | 49.9% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 35.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 10.7% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around GL16 8QU this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.9% | 9.1% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.6% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.4% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 20.6% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 37.5% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 99.1% | 100% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.6% | 95.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.6% | 37.2% | 17.4% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Road was 103.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.8% higher than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 47th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 115.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Grove Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-03-24 | £431,700 |
| 7 Grove Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2003-02-26 | £388,820 |
| 29 Grove Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2002-05-16 | £417,168 |
| 3 Grove Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2000-05-31 | £493,939 |
| 29 Grove Road, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £84,500 | 1998-05-19 | £397,806 |
GL16 8QU 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Hill Primary School Nine Wells Road , Berry Hill GL16 7AT | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's C of E Academy Bowens Hill Road , GL16 8DU | 1out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Junior School 63 Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 3out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Community Infant School Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 4out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Bicknor Church of England Primary School English Bicknor , GL16 7PG | 3out of 4 | 4,068 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 | 1,116 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 | 5,374 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baguette Stop | The Baguette Shop, Unicorn House | 618 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | Globe Inn, Park Road | 740 yd | |
| Pitchside Cafe | Berry Hill Rugby Football Club, Lakers Road | 809 yd | |
| Forest Holidays | Christchurch Campsite, Bracelands Drive | 839 yd | |
| Hot Pot Pottery | The House Of Bread, Ross Road | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Hill Rugby Club | Lakers Road, Five Acres | 809 yd | |
| Gamekeepers Inn | Lower Lane, Five Acres | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huang's Takeaway | 41 Park Road, Berry Hill | 701 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lakers School | grass pitches | 1,023 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.