Area360 logo

Find postcode

Dymock

Interactive map displaying Dymock

About

Dymock ward lies within the northernmost section of the Forest of Dean district, bordering Herefordshire. The area is predominantly rural, characterised by farmland, orchards, and scattered settlements rather than a single large village. The landscape is gently rolling, with the River Leadon forming part of its western boundary. Agriculture, particularly fruit farming, has long been a central part of the local economy and shapes the area's visual character.

The ward encompasses several small parishes and hamlets, including Dymock, Kempley, and Oxenhall. The area is known for its historic churches, such as St Mary's in Dymock, which feature notable medieval architecture and wall paintings. The surrounding lanes and footpaths provide access to quiet countryside, with the Daffodil Way walking trail celebrating the wild daffodils that bloom in local woods and meadows during spring.

Area overview

On average Dymock has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Dymock is £53,539 per year. There are 1 schools in Dymock: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Dymock is home to around 1,965 people, with a population density of about 38.5 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
4.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dymock Population
1,965
Population density
38.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
31.04(-7%)
Anti-social behaviour
24.94(+67%)
Burglary
13.23(+376%)
Public order
8.65(+32%)
Other theft
8.14(+45%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,857
94.65%
Other White
63
3.21%
Other
9
0.46%
Pakistani
7
0.36%
Other Asian
4
0.2%
Total population: 1,962

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
675
40.11%
Level 3 (A level)
278
16.52%
No qualifications
241
14.32%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
216
12.83%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
156
9.27%
Total 16+ residents: 1,683

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
437
52.52%
Owns with a mortgage
229
27.52%
Private landlord or letting agency
70
8.41%
Other social rented
49
5.89%
Other forms of private rent
29
3.49%
Total households: 832

Property prices in Dymock

Based on 12 recent sales, the median property price is £427,500 in Dymock area, with individual transactions ranging from £270,000 up to £530,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dymock 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 Dymock over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced2£277,500
Semi-Detached2£326,000
Detached8£462,500

10 years median price trend in Dymock

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

All postcodes in Dymock

GL181NY

Ford Lane

GL181DD

Furnace Lane

HR81PW

Heath Close

HR82LL

Preston Court Cottages

GL181RH

Dymock

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.