About Edge End

Edge End is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL16. It is situated near the Forest of Dean, offering easy access to various outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village has a mix of residential properties and local amenities, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The surrounding area is characterised by its natural beauty, with woodlands and hills nearby. Edge End is conveniently located for those wishing to explore the larger towns and attractions in the region, making it a suitable base for visitors. The village is well-connected by local roads, ensuring easy travel to nearby destinations.

School Ratings in Edge End

Families in Edge End have access to 30 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Edge End

Homes sell for an average of £282K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £338K.

Deprivation and Employment in Edge End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Edge End around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Edge End

Broadband services in Edge End range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,914 sales

Average Price £282K
£2K — £4.08M
Detached £338K 800
Semi £217K 583
Terraced £197K 282
Flat £106K 100

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

24 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Berry Hill Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Five Acres High School Secondary Good 1.1 miles Lydbrook Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles English Bicknor Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Heart of the Forest Community Special School 2 miles Coalway Junior School Primary Good 2 miles Coalway Community Infant School Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles The Family Tree Children's Centre (Leaves) 2.2 miles St John's C of E Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles Woodside Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Ruardean Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Ellwood Primary School Primary 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Edge End IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Edge End are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,243 Children (0-15) 16%
12,074 Working Age 58%
7,208 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Carterspiece 0.6 miles Worrall Hill 0.9 miles Ninewells 0.9 miles Shortstanding 1.2 miles Joyford 1.2 miles Five Acres 1.4 miles Berry Hill 1.4 miles Christchurch 1.4 miles Upper Lydbrook 1.4 miles Cannop 1.4 miles English Bicknor 1.4 miles Broadwell 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Forest of Dean
County Gloucestershire
Ward Berry Hill
Constituency Forest of Dean
Parish West Dean
Region South West

Streets in GL16 30 shown View all streets

A4136 1 Adams Way 2 Adit - Cashbox 1 Albert Road 2 Almshouse Road 1 Ambrose Lane 1 Angel Field 1 Aston Close 1 Astridge Close 1 B4228 4 B4234 2 B4432 1 Bakers Hill 1 Balls Hill 1 Bank Street 2 Barn Hill Road 2 Bath Place 1 Battle Close 1 Beech Well Lane 1 Belindas Park 1 Bells Place 1 Belmont Lane 1 Berrows Mews 1 Bessemer Close 1 Bicknor Street 3 Birch Park 1 Birch Road 1 Bircham Drive 1 Bixhead Walk 1 Blakes Way 1

Postcodes in GL16 50 shown View all postcodes

GL16 7AA GL16 7AB GL16 7AD GL16 7AE GL16 7AF GL16 7AG GL16 7AH GL16 7AJ GL16 7AL GL16 7AP GL16 7AQ GL16 7AR GL16 7AS GL16 7AT GL16 7AU GL16 7AW GL16 7AX GL16 7AY GL16 7AZ GL16 7BA GL16 7BB GL16 7BD GL16 7BE GL16 7BG GL16 7BH GL16 7BJ GL16 7BL GL16 7BN GL16 7BP GL16 7BQ GL16 7BS GL16 7BT GL16 7BU GL16 7BW GL16 7BX GL16 7BY GL16 7BZ GL16 7DA GL16 7DB GL16 7DE GL16 7DF GL16 7DG GL16 7DH GL16 7DJ GL16 7DL GL16 7DN GL16 7DP GL16 7DQ GL16 7DR GL16 7DS