Brook End is in Longhope and in Forest Of Dean district. GL17 0QT is located in the Longhope & Huntley 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 Brook End, Longhope, GL17 0QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL17 0QS, GL17 0QR, GL17 0LA, GL17 0QP, GL17 0QA, GL17 0QE, GL17 0PA, GL17 0GT, GL17 0QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL17 0QT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.1% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.9% | -2.0% | 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 GL17 0QT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 23.9% | 29.7% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 54% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.5% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 52.5% | 49.5% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 30.7% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 15% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 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.
In the area around GL17 0QT this area, 9.9% 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 | 8.1% | 9.9% | 1.8% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 13.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.1% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21.6% | 21.3% | -0.3% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 32.3% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 98.4% | 94.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook End was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.5% lower than the Longhope & Huntley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Brook End has the 4th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Longhope & Huntley and the 29th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Brook End, Longhope, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-09-26 | £205,000 |
| 13 Brook End, Longhope, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2024-09-24 | £177,038 |
| 9 Brook End, Longhope, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2021-09-30 | £211,723 |
| 11 Brook End, Longhope, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-10-02 | £197,324 |
| 4 Brook End, Longhope, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £141,500 | 2020-04-30 | £196,341 |
GL17 0QT 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Brook CofE Primary School Church Road , GL17 0LL | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School Hawker Hill , GL17 0BS | 3out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntley Church of England Primary School Ross Road , Huntley GL19 3EX | 4out of 4 | 2,985 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea CofE Primary School Lea , HR9 7JY | 3out of 4 | 4,709 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drybrook Primary School Drybrook Road , GL17 9JF | - not rated | 4,897 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dene Magna School Abenhall Road , GL17 0DU | 4out of 4 | 2,360 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Pressed Cider Limited | Unit 1F, Longhope Business Park | 538 yd | |
| Harts Barn Cookery School | Monmouth Road, Longhope | 946 yd | |
| Old Dairy Tea Room | Harts Barn Craft Centre, Monmouth Road | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longhope Recreation Ground | Pavilion, Church Road | 288 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longhope Recreation Ground CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 212 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 | 31 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 133 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 119.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 600 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.