Lydney is a town and civil parish in Gloucestershire, situated on the west bank of the River Severn within the Forest of Dean District. The town has a modest population of just over 10,000 people and is bypassed by the A48 road, providing relatively quiet local streets.
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Lydney is a town and civil parish in Gloucestershire, England. It is on the west bank of the River Severn in the Forest of Dean District, and is 16 miles (25 km) southwest of Gloucester. The town has been bypassed by the A48 road since 1995. The population was 8,960 at the 2001 census, decreasing to 8,766 at the 2011 census, and increasing to 10,043 at the 2021 census. The locality of Alvington lies within this town, placing it in a setting that combines river proximity with forested surroundings. Residents benefit from a small-town atmosphere, while the A48 bypass offers convenient access to larger urban centres without the traffic congestion typical of main thoroughfares. The population trend shows a gradual increase over the last decade, suggesting steady community growth within the area.