The Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook ward is located in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It covers three main villages—Mitcheldean, Ruardean, and Drybrook—along with surrounding rural areas. The ward is characterised by its woodland and rolling countryside, typical of the Forest of Dean. Mitcheldean, the largest of the three, has a mix of residential and light industrial areas, while Ruardean and Drybrook retain a more rural feel with smaller populations.
The area has strong historical ties to forestry and mining, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. Local amenities include schools, shops, and pubs, serving the close-knit communities. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A4136 running through Mitcheldean, providing links to larger towns like Gloucester. Outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, are popular due to the nearby Forest of Dean trails. The ward offers a balance of rural living with access to essential services.
On average Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook is £41,500 per year. There are 5 schools in Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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New Road
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The Crescent
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May Meadow Lane
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Hazel Road
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Bracken Road
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Greenbank Close
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Deansway Road
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Spout Lane
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Ash Dene Road
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Hollywell Road
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Dockins Hill Way
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Wintles Close
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Baynham Road
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Millers Green
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Brierley Banks
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Drybrook Road
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Townsend
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Barton Hill
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Dean Meadows
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Carisbrooke Road
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Back Lane
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Lower Ridge Walk
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Brierley Banks
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Woodend Road
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Mount Close
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Highview Road
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Baptist Way
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Hawthorns Road
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The Maltings
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Watery Lane
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New Street
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Caudle Close
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Catshill
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Crooked End Place
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Forest Road
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Bradley Court Road
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Court Farm Lane
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