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Cinderford West

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About

Cinderford West ward lies within the larger town of Cinderford, situated on the western rim of the Forest of Dean plateau. The area is characterised by residential streets that follow the contours of the land, with many homes offering views over the town centre or into surrounding wooded valleys. Its layout reflects its historical development alongside local industry, with housing estates built to serve the community's needs. The ward functions as a primarily residential part of the town, providing local amenities and services for its inhabitants.

A significant local feature is the former railway line that once served the area's collieries, now repurposed as a public footpath and cycle route known as the Forest of Dean Family Cycle Trail. This path cuts through the ward, connecting residents directly to the wider forest network. This green corridor allows for easy access into mixed woodland, where oak and beech are common, providing a clear link between the built environment and the natural forest landscape that defines the region.

Area overview

On average Cinderford West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 136 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cinderford West is £43,140 per year. There are 2 schools in Cinderford West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Cinderford West is home to around 4,325 people, with a population density of about 295.5 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
136
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
24.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cinderford West Population
4,325
Population density
295.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
75.38(+129%)
Anti-social behaviour
46.71(+209%)
Criminal damage and arson
14.8(+127%)
Public order
13.64(+107%)
Other theft
12.25(+118%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,960
91.6%
Other White
169
3.91%
Other
39
0.9%
Roma
20
0.46%
Irish
18
0.42%
Total population: 4,323

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
946
26.47%
Level 4 qualifications or above
639
17.88%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
597
16.7%
Level 3 (A level)
583
16.31%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
440
12.31%
Total 16+ residents: 3,574

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
670
32.94%
Owns with a mortgage
492
24.19%
Other social rented
401
19.71%
Private landlord or letting agency
352
17.31%
Social rents from council
68
3.34%
Total households: 2,034

Property prices in Cinderford West

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Cinderford West area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Cinderford West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Cinderford West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£273,000
Flats2£152,500
Semi-Detached15£190,000
Terraced16£188,725

10 years median price trend in Cinderford West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cinderford West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.