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Lydney West & Aylburton

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About

Lydney West & Aylburton is a ward in the Forest of Dean district, Gloucestershire. The area includes the western part of Lydney, a small market town, and the nearby village of Aylburton. Lydney has historical ties to the iron and coal industries, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. The ward features a mix of residential areas, local shops, and green spaces, including the nearby Lydney Harbour, a former industrial dock now used for leisure.

Aylburton is a quieter village with a rural feel, surrounded by woodland and farmland. The area benefits from proximity to the River Severn and the Forest of Dean, offering outdoor activities like walking and cycling. Public transport links connect the ward to larger towns, while local schools and community facilities serve residents. The blend of town and countryside gives the ward a balanced character.

Area overview

On average Lydney West & Aylburton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lydney West & Aylburton is £41,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Lydney West & Aylburton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
11%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lydney West & Aylburton Population
2,395
Population density
156.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,294
95.82%
Other White
51
2.13%
Other Asian
10
0.42%
Other
10
0.42%
Irish
9
0.38%
Total population: 2,394

Housing

Owns outright
471
41.61%
Owns with a mortgage
313
27.65%
Private landlord or letting agency
178
15.72%
Other social rented
116
10.25%
Other forms of private rent
35
3.09%
Total households: 1,132

Property prices in Lydney West & Aylburton

Based on 32 recent sales, the median property price is £254,000 in Lydney West & Aylburton area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £715,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£337,000
Semi-Detached12£245,000
Terraced11£200,000

10 years price trend in Lydney West & Aylburton

All postcodes in Lydney West & Aylburton

GL155DS

Mead Lane

GL155FB

Old Furnace Close

GL155JR

Bream Road

GL155TH

Chantry Close

GL155EB

Church Road

GL155EJ

Church Road

GL155GE

Church Road

GL156DL

Cross Farm Close

GL156BY

High Street

GL156DY

Lodge Lane
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Data Sources

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