About Lower Berry Hill

Lower Berry Hill 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 is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, providing a quiet environment for its inhabitants. The local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. Lower Berry Hill is conveniently positioned for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas, including the nearby towns of Cinderford and Coleford, which offer additional facilities and services. The village's location makes it a suitable base for exploring the natural beauty of the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley.

School Ratings in Lower Berry Hill

There are 28 schools in and around Lower Berry Hill. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Berry Hill

The average property price is £282K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £338K.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Berry Hill

Lower Berry Hill sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lower Berry Hill

Broadband availability in Lower Berry Hill includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. 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

18 Primary
1 Secondary
9 Other
The Family Tree Children's Centre (Leaves) 0.4 miles St John's C of E Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Five Acres High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Berry Hill Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Coalway Junior School Primary Good 1 miles Coalway Community Infant School Primary Requires Improvement 1 miles Ellwood Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Clearwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Redbrook Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles English Bicknor Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Heart of the Forest Community Special School 2.8 miles Lydbrook Primary School Primary Good 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Berry Hill IMD 2025

Lower Berry Hill sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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

Broadwell 0.6 miles Baker's Hill 0.6 miles Mile End 0.6 miles Five Acres 0.6 miles Berry Hill 0.6 miles Christchurch 0.6 miles High Nash 0.6 miles Coleford 0.6 miles Whitecliff 0.9 miles Scowles 0.9 miles Coalway 0.9 miles Ninewells 0.9 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