Forge Hill is in Joys Green, Lydbrook and in Forest Of Dean district. GL17 9QT is located in the Lydbrook 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 Forge Hill, Joys Green, Lydbrook, GL17 9QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL17 9SD, GL17 9RD, GL17 9RB, GL17 9QU, GL17 9SB, GL17 9SA, GL17 9SZ, GL17 9RF, GL17 9SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GL17 9QT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.1% | 24.5% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 49% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 17.6% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 43.8% | 49.4% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 31.4% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 15.5% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 20% | 10.1% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 10.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13.9% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.3% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 19.2% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 38% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.4% | 99.2% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.2% | 97.9% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97.9% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forge Hill was 71.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.0% higher than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Forge Hill has the 20th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Berry Hill and the 83rd highest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashgrove Cottage Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-06-10 | £405,709 |
| Lime Kilns Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2021-05-26 | £256,843 |
| Primrose Cottage Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-12-10 | £391,443 |
| Kiln Cottage Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2019-08-23 | £231,975 |
| Ashgrove Cottage Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2016-05-10 | £459,070 |
GL17 9QT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 9QT 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 | 56 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydbrook Primary School School Road , GL17 9PX | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Bicknor Church of England Primary School English Bicknor , GL16 7PG | 3out of 4 | 2,148 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruardean Church of England Primary School School Road , GL17 9XQ | 2out of 4 | 2,491 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Denehurst , Ruardean Woodside GL17 9XP | 3out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodrich CofE Primary School Goodrich , HR9 6HY | 3out of 4 | 4,359 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 4,651 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 | 5,032 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colliers Inn | Colliers Inn, Central Lydbrook | 389 yd | |
| Lydbrook \& District Community Social Club | Lydbrook And District Community Social Club, Central Lydbrook | 389 yd | |
| Royal Spring Inn | Vention Lane, Lydbrook | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge Hammer Inn | Forge Row, Lower Lydbrook | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wye Fry | Central Lydbrook, Lydbrook | 360 yd | |
| River Spice | Forge Hammer Inn, Forge Row | 947 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lydbrook Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 645 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 | 60.0% |
| 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 | 30.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 40.0% |
| Median download speed | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.