Yorkley Slade, Gloucestershire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Yorkley Slade

Yorkley Slade is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the postcode area GL15. It is situated near the Forest of Dean, offering access to various outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is primarily residential, providing a quiet environment for its inhabitants.

Local amenities include a few shops and community facilities, catering to the needs of residents. The surrounding countryside features a mix of woodlands and fields, making it a suitable spot for those who enjoy nature. Yorkley Slade is well-connected to nearby towns, allowing for easy travel to larger centres for additional services and attractions.

School Ratings in Yorkley Slade

Yorkley Slade is served by 26 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Yorkley Slade

Property prices average £299K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £361K.

Deprivation and Employment in Yorkley Slade

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Yorkley Slade falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Yorkley Slade

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Yorkley Slade, the nearest being Yorkley Health Centre(wg) (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Yorkley Slade

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Property Prices 3,464 sales

Average Price £299K

£500 , £16.25M

Detached £361K 1,449

Semi £227K 1,004

Terraced £197K 623

Flat £116K 135

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary

2 Secondary

5 Other

Good 7

Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GL15 postcode area.

Yorkley Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Pillowell Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Parkend Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Blakeney Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2 miles Soudley School Primary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Bream Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles River Children's Centre 2.7 miles Severnbanks Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Lydney Church of England Community School Primary 2.7 miles Heart of the Forest Community Special School Not applicable 3 miles The Dean Academy Secondary Good 3.1 miles

Household Income in Yorkley Slade ONS 2023

The average total household income in Yorkley Slade is approximately £50,255 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,475. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Yorkley Slade £50,255

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,475.

Businesses in Yorkley Slade ONS 2025

There are approximately 878 active businesses based in Yorkley Slade, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

878 Total businesses

38 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 9%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Yorkley Slade IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Yorkley Slade in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation

5/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 16%

Working age 59%

Older 65+ 25%

3,741 Children (0-15) 16%

13,692 Working Age 59%

5,938 Older (65+) 25%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.2% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Cam And Dursley Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Oldcroft 0.6 miles Viney Hill 0.9 miles Yorkley 0.9 miles Two Bridges 1.4 miles Brain's Green 1.4 miles Nibley 1.4 miles Blakeney 1.4 miles Pillowell 1.4 miles Lower Soudley 1.8 miles Parkend 2 miles The Eaves 2 miles Whitecroft 2 miles

Local Government

District Forest of Dean

County Gloucestershire

Ward Newnham

Constituency Forest of Dean

Parish Awre

Region South West

Home Ownership in Yorkley Slade

Of the 10,192 households in and around Yorkley Slade, 74% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 13% Private rented 12%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Yorkley Slade.

Frequently Asked Questions about Yorkley Slade

What is the population of Yorkley Slade?

Yorkley Slade has a population of approximately 23,360 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Yorkley Slade?

The average property in and around Yorkley Slade sold for about £298,991, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Yorkley Slade a deprived area?

Yorkley Slade sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Yorkley Slade?

Yorkley Slade is covered by the GL15 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Yorkley Slade?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Yorkley Slade, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Yorkley Slade?

The nearest railway station to Yorkley Slade is Cam And Dursley Train Station, about 7.5 miles away.

Streets in GL15 30 shown View all streets

A466 4 A48 21 Abbots Gate 1 Acacia Close 1 Acorn Drive 3 Admirals Close 1 Albert Street 4 Alderdale 1 All Saints Road 3 Allaston Road 3 Allen's Grove 3 Almond Walk 1 Apple Blossom Close 1 Archers Hall Place 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove Place 1 Ashway 1 Augustus Way 1 Awre Road 1 B4228 7 Badgers Way 1 Bailey Hill 2 Bailey Lane 1 Bakery Mews 2 Barnage Lane 3 Barrowell Lane 1 Bath Crescent 1 Bath Place 2 Bathurst Park Road 1 Beauchamp Meadow 1

Postcodes in GL15 50 shown View all postcodes

GL15 4AA GL15 4AB GL15 4AD GL15 4AE GL15 4AF GL15 4AG GL15 4AH GL15 4AJ GL15 4AL GL15 4AN GL15 4AP GL15 4AQ GL15 4AR GL15 4AS GL15 4AT GL15 4AU GL15 4AW GL15 4AX GL15 4AY GL15 4AZ GL15 4BA GL15 4BE GL15 4BG GL15 4BH GL15 4BJ GL15 4BL GL15 4BN GL15 4BQ GL15 4BS GL15 4BT GL15 4BU GL15 4BW GL15 4BX GL15 4BY GL15 4BZ GL15 4DA GL15 4DB GL15 4DD GL15 4DE GL15 4DF GL15 4DG GL15 4DH GL15 4DJ GL15 4DL GL15 4DP GL15 4DQ GL15 4DR GL15 4DS GL15 4DT GL15 4DU

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