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Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean

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About

The Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean area occupies the north-eastern slopes of the Forest of Dean plateau. Settlements are characterised by stone-built housing, often following the contours of the steep-sided valleys that define the landscape. The area's history is closely linked to former industries, including mining and the large manufacturing plant at Mitcheldean. Road networks connect the villages, which are surrounded by mixed woodland and farmland typical of the wider Forest.

A notable local feature is the preserved tramway and industrial archaeology found along the Sculpture Trail in nearby woodland. Ruardean's hilltop church overlooks the Wye Valley, while Drybrook sits on a high shelf of land. The area provides direct access to the working forest, with public footpaths leading into conifer plantations and older deciduous woods. Community life centres around local schools, sports clubs, and village halls in each settlement.

Area overview

On average Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean is £49,534 per year. There are 5 schools in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean is home to around 7,908 people, with a population density of about 318.1 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
10%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean Population
7,908
Population density
318.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
24.41(-26%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.29(-5%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.69(-13%)
Other theft
3.67(-35%)
Public order
2.66(-60%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,609
96.22%
Other White
140
1.77%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.25%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
19
0.24%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
16
0.2%
Total population: 7,908

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,736
26.46%
No qualifications
1,211
18.45%
Level 3 (A level)
1,180
17.98%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,033
15.74%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
753
11.48%
Total 16+ residents: 6,562

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,517
45.68%
Owns with a mortgage
1,018
30.65%
Other social rented
345
10.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
253
7.62%
Social rents from council
85
2.56%
Total households: 3,321

Property prices in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,600 up to £665,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean 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 Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£353,750
Flats1£68,600
Semi-Detached30£233,000
Terraced14£207,500

10 years median price trend in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean.

All postcodes in Mitcheldean, Drybrook & Ruardean

GL170AS

Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook

GL179FB

The Squirrels

GL179JN

Nailbridge

GL179JX

Oakland Road

GL179LD

Trinity Road

GL179UF

Townsend

GL179XQ

School Lane

GL170DL

Hollywell Road

GL179AT

Morse Road

GL179BD

Morse Fields

GL179TU

High Street

GL179XR

Forest Road

GL170BG

Townsend

GL170JQ

Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook

GL170JT

Walwyn Close

GL170SQ

Baby Lane

GL179HG

Hazel Road

GL179HU

North Avenue

GL179JF

Drybrook Road

GL179UL

Roebuck Meadows

GL170AT

High Street

GL170JN

Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook

GL170RU

Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook

GL170SW

High Street

GL179AE

Morse Lane

GL179DF

Hawkwell

GL179RY

Wye View Road

GL170JG

The Stenders

GL170DP

Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook

GL170FF

High Street

GL170JU

Nourse Place

GL170WW

Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook

GL179EX

High Street

GL179EZ

The Stenders

GL179JD

Quabbs Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.