BS5 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lincoln Street, 0.3km from Russell Town in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Lawrence Hill ward and the Bristol West constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BS5 0BJ offers a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 49% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bristol, City of.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 84 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 BS5 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00174251 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LINCOLN STREET, BS5 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINCOLN STREET, BS5 0BJ.
552
31
£ 37,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS5 0BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BS5 0BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 31, 30% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (31) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS5 0BJ. The average age is 30.5. 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 BS5 0BJ is moderate at 84 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
The City Academy Bristol
Snowdon Village
Barton Hill Academy
Easton Church of England Academy
Bannerman Road Community Academy
Redfield Educate Together Primary Academy
St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School
Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- Occult Box0.6 km
- Albercik Food0.3 km
- Alaso Halaal Butcher0.4 km
- ALL EN's Food Store0.3 km
- Bargainz0.9 km
- + 66 more
Pub, NightClub
23 nearby- Avonvale Bowls Club0.8 km
- Beaconsfield Social Club0.7 km
- Chelsea Inn0.7 km
- George & Dragon0.9 km
- St Annes Board Mill Social Club0.8 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
57 nearby- Abracadabra Pizza0.9 km
- Alibaba's Grill House0.5 km
- Assisi Bar & Restaurant0.9 km
- Babylon Cafe0.9 km
- Barwaaqo Cafe0.2 km
- + 52 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
- Tesco Express1.0 km
- Lidl0.1 km
- Malik's Mega Mart0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Back Garden Pizzeria0.7 km
- Bristol Best0.9 km
- Chun Hing0.9 km
- Easton Takeaway0.8 km
- Gold Star Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- + 33 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lawrence Hill0.2 km
- Stapleton Road1.2 km
- Bristol Temple Meads1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lawrence Hill Station0.1 km
- Lawrence Hill Station0.1 km
- Lawrence Hill Rail Station0.1 km
- Lawrence Hill Rail Station0.2 km
- Croydon Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BS50BJ · Data under Open Government Licence