Roman Way is in Coleford and in Forest Of Dean district. GL16 8RN is located in the Coleford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roman Way, Coleford, GL16 8RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL16 8HN, GL16 8RU, GL16 8RE, GL16 8RP, GL16 8HW, GL16 8HZ, GL16 8HR, GL16 8ER, GL16 8HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL16 8RN is primarily male, with 54% of the population 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 | 51.8% | 46% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 54% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 | 36.7% | 39.1% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 39.5% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 11.4% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 7.3% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 36.6% | 35% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.1% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 22.6% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 26.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 14.9% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 14% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 3.6% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 21.6% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 95.4% | 94.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 5.5% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roman Way was 14.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.1% lower than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Roman Way has the 5th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 21st lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.1%.

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 Roman Way, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2024-05-01 | £273,304 |
| 9 Roman Way, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-06-16 | £306,971 |
| 6 Roman Way, Coleford, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-01-06 | £304,210 |
| 10 Roman Way, Coleford, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-08-26 | £319,568 |
| 14 Roman Way, Coleford, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-08-25 | £260,947 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 921 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Junior School 63 Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coalway Community Infant School Coalway Road , GL16 7HL | 4out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellwood Primary School Bromley Road , Ellwood GL16 7LY | 3out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clearwell Church of England Primary School Church Road , Clearwell GL16 8LG | 3out of 4 | 2,730 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 | 2,504 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 | 5,245 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 | 157 yd | |
| Bicky's | 15 Pyart Court, Coleford | 438 yd | |
| Grosvenor Facilities Management (GFM) | GlaxoSmithKline Nutritional Healthcare, The Royal Forest Factory | 449 yd | |
| Amici Restaurant | Lords Hill, Coleford | 547 yd | |
| Bells Hotel \& Forest Of Dean Golf Club | The Royal Forest Of Dean Golf Club, Lords Hill | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Feathers | The Feathers Hotel, 30 Market Place | 658 yd | |
| The Dog House Micro Pub | 13 - 15 St John Street, Coleford | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China 21 | 2 Newland Street, Coleford | 648 yd | |
| Hong Kong House | 32 Market Place, Coleford | 658 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 16 Market Place, Coleford | 673 yd | |
| Milano Kebab House | 24 - 25 Market Place, Coleford | 703 yd | |
| Lucky Chinese Restaurant | 4 St John Street, Coleford | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | Lords Hill, Coleford | 547 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 25 High Street, Coleford | 564 yd | |
| Lidl | Old Station Way, Coleford | 568 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Forest Of Dean Golf Club LORDS HILL | golf, tennis courts | 578 yd |
| Simone'S Health Club (Coleford) (Closed) Lords Hill | health and fitness suite | 579 yd |
| The Gym At Coleford (Closed) Unit 11 Unit 11 Stepbridge Road | health and fitness suite | 786 yd |
| Milkwall Fc MILKWALL AFC MILKWALL AFC EDENWALL ROAD | grass pitches | 946 yd |
| Coalway Recreation Ground Coalway Road | grass pitches | 1,064 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% |
| Median download speed | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 44.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 44.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.49 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.