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England / South West / Forest of Dean / Newent

About

Newent is a small market town in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It lies about 10 miles north of Gloucester and is surrounded by rolling countryside. The town has a mix of historic buildings, including a 17th-century market house, and a traditional high street with local shops and pubs. The area is known for its orchards and cider production, with several farms and producers nearby.

The town hosts an annual onion fair, a tradition dating back centuries. Nearby, the Forest of Dean offers woodland walks and outdoor activities. Newent is also close to the River Leadon, which flows through the surrounding farmland. The area has good transport links, with easy access to the M50 and A40.

Area overview

On average Newent has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newent is £45,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Newent: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Newent Population
6,377
Population density
227.5 per km²

Demographics

British
5,653
88.66%
Other White
457
7.17%
Other
51
0.8%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.53%
African
26
0.41%
Total population: 6,376

Housing

Owns outright
1,134
40.08%
Owns with a mortgage
703
24.85%
Private landlord or letting agency
438
15.48%
Other social rented
351
12.41%
Social rents from council
81
2.86%
Total households: 2,829

Property prices in Newent

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Newent area, with individual transactions ranging from £73,000 up to £940,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£428,500
Flats13£110,000
Semi-Detached28£265,000
Terraced30£225,000

10 years price trend in Newent

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Data Sources

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