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 £295K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £366K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Yorkley Slade

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Yorkley Slade

Most properties in Yorkley Slade can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,559 sales

Average Price £295K
£500 — £4M
Detached £366K 1,552
Semi £227K 1,044
Terraced £195K 590
Flat £116K 141

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
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 3 miles The Dean Academy Secondary Good 3.1 miles

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
4,672 Children (0-15) 15%
17,950 Working Age 59%
10,154 Older (60+) 34%
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

Crime in Yorkley Slade 1 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Yorkley Slade falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

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

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 4DP GL15 4DQ GL15 4DR GL15 4DS GL15 4DT GL15 4DU GL15 4DW