How safe is Cinderford West?

Crime level in Cinderford West is high with about 101 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Cinderford West?

There are 2,034 households in Cinderford West

How deprived is Cinderford West?

Deprivation score 8/10 (rank 9201 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in Cinderford West?

Housing mix: semi-detached 36.9%, detached 23.8%.

What's the Cinderford West population and density?

Cinderford West population is 4,325 with density 295.5 per km².

What are prices by property type in Cinderford West?

Latest medians: Detached £300,000, Semi-detached £190,000, Terraced £187,250, Flats £152,500.

How much social housing is near Cinderford West?

About 24.4% across the Cinderford West area.

What's the average income in Cinderford West?

Average resident income is about £39,800 per year.

What are house prices in Cinderford West?

Based on 37 recent sales, the median price is £189,950.

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Q: What schools in Cinderford West and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Cinderford West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South West / Forest of Dean / Cinderford West

About

Cinderford West is a ward located in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. It sits near the edge of the Forest of Dean, providing easy access to woodland and outdoor activities. The ward includes local amenities such as shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of its residents.

The area has historical ties to the coal mining industry, which once played a significant role in the local economy. Today, Cinderford West is part of a broader effort to regenerate the town, with ongoing developments aimed at improving infrastructure and services. Public transport links connect the ward to nearby towns and the wider Forest of Dean district. The surrounding natural landscape offers opportunities for walking and cycling, contributing to the area’s appeal.

Area overview

On average Cinderford West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 101 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cinderford West is £39,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Cinderford West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

101

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

24.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cinderford West Population

4,325

Population density

295.5 per km²

Demographics

British

3,960

91.6%

Other White

169

3.91%

Other

0.9%

Roma

0.46%

Irish

0.42%

Total population: 4,323

Housing

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

3.34%

Total households: 2,034

Property prices in Cinderford West

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £189,950 in Cinderford West area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £700,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	6	£300,000	£180,500	£210,250	£324,500	£607,750
Flats	2	£152,500	£100,750	£123,750	£181,250	£204,250
Semi-Detached	13	£190,000	£123,200	£145,000	£210,000	£271,000
Terraced	16	£187,250	£133,688	£166,213	£210,000	£231,250

10 years price trend in Cinderford West

All postcodes in Cinderford West

GL142ET

Foundry Road

GL142HL

Hastings Road

GL142JU

Foundry Road

GL142LN

Cinderford

GL142LW

Cinderford

GL142NF

Cinderford

GL142PE

Cinderford

GL142SF

High Street

GL143FF

Cinderford

GL142DY

Prospect Road

GL142JA

Glenmore Road

GL142JH

Boseley Way

GL142JS

Foundry Road

GL142LD

Colliers Field

GL142SX

High Street

GL142SZ

High Street

GL142YA

Crabtree Road

GL142YT

Newtown Road

GL142GJ

Furnaces Close

GL142TB

Albion Road

GL142EY

Somerset Road

GL142HA

Somerset Road

GL142NA

Parragate Road

GL142PH

Crabtree Road

GL143JJ

Cinderford

GL167EJ

St White's Road

GL142TE

Springfield Drive

GL142YE

Cinderford

GL142HB

Somerset Road

GL142TD

High Street

GL142RX

Commercial Street

GL142TF

High Street

GL142YG

Birchwood Close

GL142HS

Albert Road

GL142JB

Glenmore Road

GL142LB

Station Terrace

GL142TQ

Upper Bilson Road

GL142YQ

Crabtree Road

GL179BZ

Cinderford

GL142GA

White Chapel Row

GL142JY

Bilson School Court

GL142LZ

Parragate Road

GL142ND

Cinderford

GL142NG

The Keelings

GL142RR

Commercial Street

GL142TN

Market Street

GL143HF

Cinderford

GL142HX

Office Road

GL142JD

Office Road

GL142LA

Listers Place

GL142NB

Foundry Road

GL142TJ

Upper Bilson Road

GL142TP

High Street

GL143JE

Newtown Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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