Forest Road is in Ruardean Woodside, Ruardean and in Forest Of Dean district. GL17 9XW 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 Forest Road, Ruardean Woodside, Ruardean, GL17 9XW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL17 9XL, GL17 9XY, GL17 9UL, GL17 9UP, GL17 9XZ, GL17 9XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GL17 9XW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 52.5% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 47.5% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 29.6% | 33.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 46.8% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 6.7% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 12% | 10.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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% | 41.2% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 39.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 14.5% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26% | 20.5% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.3% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 14.9% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 8.6% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.4% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 24.6% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99% | 96.2% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 98.7% | 96.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forest Road was 47.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.2% higher than the Lydbrook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Forest Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Lydbrook and the 115th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| (I Brain) Forest Road, Ruardean, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2024-06-25 | £486,106 |
| Andross Forest Road, Ruardean, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2022-07-27 | £524,937 |
| 2 Woodside Farm Forest Road, Ruardean, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-09-30 | £551,922 |
| Louisville Forest Road, Ruardean, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £452,000 | 2021-09-29 | £544,005 |
| New Beginnings Forest Road, Ruardean, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-08-19 | £364,081 |
GL17 9XW 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 9XW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Primary School Denehurst , Ruardean Woodside GL17 9XP | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruardean Church of England Primary School School Road , GL17 9XQ | 2out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drybrook Primary School Drybrook Road , GL17 9JF | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Steam Mills Primary School Steam Mills , GL14 3JD | 3out of 4 | 2,101 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydbrook Primary School School Road , GL17 9PX | 3out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forest High School Causeway Road , GL14 2AZ | 2out of 4 | 4,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Magna School Abenhall Road , GL17 0DU | 4out of 4 | 4,412 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,197 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ruardean Hill Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 642 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.