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Lydney

England / South West / Forest of Dean / Lydney

About

Lydney is a small town in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, situated near the River Severn. It has a mix of residential areas, local shops, and green spaces, with a history tied to the region's industrial past. The town is known for its harbour, which was once a busy port for coal and iron exports. Nearby, the Lydney Park Estate offers gardens and Roman ruins, adding to the area's historical appeal.

The surrounding landscape includes woodlands and the Severn Estuary, providing opportunities for walking and wildlife spotting. Lydney serves as a gateway to the wider Forest of Dean, with its network of trails and cycling routes. The town has basic amenities, including schools and healthcare facilities, catering to its local community. Public transport links connect Lydney to nearby towns like Chepstow and Gloucester.

Area overview

On average Lydney has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lydney is £41,000 per year. There are 5 schools in Lydney: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
13.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lydney Population
11,303
Population density
323.3 per km²

Demographics

British
10,738
94.95%
Other White
248
2.19%
Other
43
0.38%
Irish
38
0.34%
Other Asian
35
0.31%
Total population: 11,309

Housing

Owns outright
2,034
40.49%
Owns with a mortgage
1,420
28.26%
Other social rented
643
12.8%
Private landlord or letting agency
626
12.46%
Social rents from council
132
2.63%
Total households: 5,024

Property prices in Lydney

Based on 186 recent sales, the median property price is £247,500 in Lydney area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £715,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached66£322,500
Flats8£108,500
Semi-Detached59£242,000
Terraced53£200,000

10 years price trend in Lydney

All postcodes in Lydney

GL155GY

Lakeside Avenue

GL155HH

Hill Street

GL155HR

Stanford Road

GL155HY

Greenways

GL155JH

Bream Road

GL155JW

Bream Road

GL155LE

Forest Road

GL155PJ

Steel Avenue

GL155PP

Pylers Way

GL155PW

Klondyke Avenue

GL155QQ

Orchard Road

GL155RU

Beaufort Drive

GL155SF

Primrose Hill Road

GL155SZ

Lancaster Court

GL156BT

Watery Lane

GL156DZ

High Street

GL156ST

Sandford Road

GL155SR

Court Road

GL155AE

Kimberley Close

GL155AN

Bracken Drive

GL155HS

Stanford Road

GL155JZ

The Orchards

GL155LB

Forest Road

GL155RQ

Highfield Road

GL155SX

Windsor Drive

GL155TT

Highfield Road

GL156BQ

Church Lane

GL156FD

Clanna Road

GL154NG

Old Dam Road

GL155FG

Lydney

GL155AD

Kimberley Drive

GL155GJ

Lydney

GL155NH

Watermead

GL155QR

Beaufort Drive

GL155RB

Newerne Street

GL156BX

High Street

GL155BE

Purton Place

GL155DS

Mead Lane

GL155FB

Old Furnace Close

GL155JR

Bream Road

GL155LF

Forest Road

GL155QD

Lakeside Drive

GL155QF

Lakeside Avenue

GL155QY

Apple Blossom Close

GL155RF

Hams Road

GL156AN

Lydney

GL155TH

Chantry Close

GL155AR

Jubilee Road

GL155EB

Church Road

GL155EJ

Church Road

GL156FH

Clanna Road

GL155FJ

Highfield Road

GL155FP

Barnett Way

GL155GE

Church Road

GL155LX

Albert Street

GL155SQ

Lime Way

GL156AE

Clanna Lane

GL156DL

Cross Farm Close

GL155BG

Crump Place

GL154EU

Driffield Road

GL155BL

Harrison Way

GL155FD

Faller Fields

GL155LH

Woodland Rise

GL155PZ

Lakeside Avenue

GL155SP

Primrose Hill Road

GL156BY

High Street

GL156DY

Lodge Lane

GL156FF

Main Road
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Data Sources

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