Hills View is in Newent and in Forest Of Dean district. GL18 1SG is located in the Newent & Taynton 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 Hills View, Newent, GL18 1SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GL18 1TN, GL18 1TP, GL18 1SE, GL18 1SX, GL18 1AW, GL18 1TS, GL18 1TJ, GL18 1AF, GL18 1EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GL18 1SG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents 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 | 51.4% | 49.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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% | 38.4% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 44.6% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.5% | 0.2% | 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 | 43.8% | 45.1% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 35.5% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 14.7% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 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.
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 23.8% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 14.6% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 12.6% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 21.4% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 8.7% | 5.4% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.7% | 96.5% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
In this area, 80.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 80.5% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 16.6% | 11.2% | 6.1% | 10.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 81% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 4.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.9% | 76.7% | -18.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 8.3% | 0.9% | 7.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 1.1% | 6.0% | -4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hills View was 61.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.3% higher than the Dymock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hills View has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dymock and the 82nd highest crime rate of 241 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hills View, Newent, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2024-04-26 | £209,792 |
| 16 Hills View, Newent, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2022-02-04 | £228,871 |
| 3 Hills View, Newent, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2016-03-31 | £213,116 |
| 17 Hills View, Newent, Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2014-08-01 | £192,008 |
| 16 Hills View, Newent, Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2014-06-13 | £227,065 |
GL18 1SG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Picklenash Junior School Ross Road , GL18 1BG | - not rated | 961 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Infants' School Glebe Way , GL18 1BL | 3out of 4 | 966 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pauntley Church of England Primary School Pool Hill , GL18 1LL | 3out of 4 | 3,637 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre Watery Lane , GL18 1QF | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre Watery Lane , GL18 1QF | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheppard House Day Centre | Sheppard House, Onslow Road | 205 yd | |
| The George Hotel | George Hotel, 21-23 Church Street | 343 yd | |
| The Runcible Spoon | 10 Church Street, Newent | 365 yd | |
| Erol's Courtyard Cafe | Unit 11, 16/18 Church Street | 365 yd | |
| Olive Catering Services Ltd | Town Farm, Gloucester Street | 413 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviator Enterprises Ltd | Black Dog Inn, Church Street | 273 yd | |
| Cobblers | 7 Church Street, Newent | 343 yd | |
| Junior Rugby Bacon Sandwiches | Newent RFC Recreation Ground, Watery Lane | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sizzling Wok | 13A Church Street, Newent | 343 yd | |
| Bombay Kitchen | 1 Church Street, Newent | 343 yd | |
| Newent Pizza And Kebab House | 1 - 2 Cheapside, Church Street | 343 yd | |
| Erols Sandwich Bar | 9 Church Street, Newent | 356 yd | |
| Kam Wah Chinese Takeaway | 43 Broad Street, Newent | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | Market Square, Newent | 392 yd | |
| The Co-op | Manchester House, High Street | 554 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Leisure Newent WATERY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 870 yd |
| The Federation Of Newent Schools (Glebe Infant & Picklenash Junior) PICKLENASH JUNIOR SCHOOL PICKLENASH JUNIOR SCHOOL ROSS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.