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St. Briavels

England / South West / Forest of Dean / St. Briavels

About

St. Briavels ward is located in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, known for its rural landscape and historic connections. The area includes the village of St. Briavels, which is home to a 12th-century castle that once served as a royal hunting lodge. The ward is surrounded by woodland and farmland, with the River Wye forming part of its western boundary.

The local economy has traditionally been linked to forestry and agriculture, though tourism has grown due to the area’s natural beauty and historic sites. Walking and cycling trails, such as the Offa’s Dyke Path, attract visitors. The ward has a small but close-knit community, with amenities including a primary school, village hall, and a few local businesses. Its quiet, countryside setting makes it a peaceful residential area within the Forest of Dean.

Area overview

On average St. Briavels has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St. Briavels is £48,307 per year. There are 1 schools in St. Briavels: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
6.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St. Briavels Population
2,344
Population density
70.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,230
95.18%
Other White
43
1.84%
Other Asian
16
0.68%
Irish
13
0.55%
White and Asian (mixed)
9
0.38%
Total population: 2,343

Housing

Owns outright
570
55.23%
Owns with a mortgage
281
27.23%
Other social rented
76
7.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
75
7.27%
Other forms of private rent
21
2.03%
Total households: 1,032

Property prices in St. Briavels

Based on 14 recent sales, the median property price is £379,000 in St. Briavels area, with individual transactions ranging from £142,500 up to £885,600.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£462,000
Semi-Detached5£245,000
Terraced2£158,750

10 years price trend in St. Briavels

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Data Sources

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