BS3 1BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cannon Street, 0.3km from Bedminster in Bristol. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Southville ward and the Bristol South constituency.
Within the BS3 district, this postcode is characterised by a young professional neighbourhood — career-focused, mobile, mostly renting. By day, the area transitions to a multiethnic urban high streets character: urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. Employment levels are high (76% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BS3 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00174303 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANNON STREET, BS3 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANNON STREET, BS3 1BW.
201
33
£ 47,400 /yr
92%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS3 1BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
With 92% economic activity and an average age of 33, BS3 1BW is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS3 1BW. The average age is 32.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS3 1BW is above average at 104 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holy Cross RC Primary School
Southville Primary School
Compass Point Primary School
St Mary Redcliffe Church of England Primary School
Luckwell Primary School
Victoria Park Primary School
Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School
Parson Street Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
62 nearby- Co-op0.8 km
- Redshank0.9 km
- The Bagheera0.9 km
- The Flower of Bristol0.9 km
- The Southern Co-operative0.6 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- The Avon Packet0.9 km
- The Spotted Cow0.6 km
- Three Lions0.8 km
- Brunel0.7 km
- The Louisiana0.7 km
- + 31 more
Restaurant, Cafe
111 nearby- BS3 Community Development0.7 km
- Coronation Curry House0.9 km
- Oowee Diner0.6 km
- Sonny Stores0.8 km
- Spirited0.7 km
- + 106 more
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Passion Wok0.9 km
- Bedminster Grill0.4 km
- Can can pizza0.4 km
- Shang Hai Food Takeaway0.4 km
- SUSHI DAILY0.5 km
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
- Asda0.5 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Youth Hostel Association0.9 km
- Ibis Hotel Bristol Centre1.0 km
- The Steam Crane Ale House and Kitchen0.1 km
- Happiness With Gravy0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedminster0.5 km
- Parson Street1.1 km
- Bristol Temple Meads1.6 km
Bus Stops
- East Street0.1 km
- Dean Street0.1 km
- Dean Street0.1 km
- Wesley Street0.2 km
- West Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BS31BW · Data under Open Government Licence