Mannings Road is in Drybrook and in Forest Of Dean district. GL17 9HS is located in the Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook 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 Mannings Road, Drybrook, GL17 9HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL17 9HT, GL17 9EU, GL17 9HY, GL17 9HU, GL17 9ES, GL17 9HE, GL17 9HH, GL17 9HQ, GL17 9YD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL17 9HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 50.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 52.2% | 49.7% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 9HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 27.6% | 25.8% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 51.4% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 11.8% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 41.5% | 45.6% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 42.6% | 36.5% | -6.1% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 24.5% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 13.2% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 14.3% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 9.6% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 20.3% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 15.7% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.7% 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% | 98.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mannings Road was 105.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 138.7% higher than the Lydbrook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mannings Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Lydbrook and the 46th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 148.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Mannings Road, Drybrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-01-25 | £268,580 |
| 13 Mannings Road, Drybrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-05-10 | £310,343 |
| 2 Mannings Road, Drybrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2020-08-21 | £285,203 |
| 9 Mannings Road, Drybrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-06-19 | £333,640 |
| 11 Mannings Road, Drybrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-06-22 | £241,033 |
GL17 9HS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
GL17 9HS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GL17 9HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drybrook Primary School Drybrook Road , GL17 9JF | - not rated | 789 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School Hawker Hill , GL17 0BS | 3out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Steam Mills Primary School Steam Mills , GL14 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,272 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Denehurst , Ruardean Woodside GL17 9XP | 3out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruardean Church of England Primary School School Road , GL17 9XQ | 2out of 4 | 3,087 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 2,163 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forest High School Causeway Road , GL14 2AZ | 2out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Coffee House | Greenway Farm, Hawthorns Road | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drybrook Rugby Football Club | Mannings Ground, High Street | 143 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drybrook Fish & Chips | Drybrook Fish And Chips, The Cross | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | 3 High Street, Drybrook | 503 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harrow Hill A.F.C. LARKSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 913 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 | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.