BS8 1BL is a well-regarded residential area on Richmond Hill, 0.2km from Victoria Park in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Clifton ward and the Bristol West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. During the day, areas dominated by food and entertainment. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 60% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 92 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for BS8 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00073491 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHMOND HILL, BS8 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND HILL, BS8 1BL.
330
32
£ 62,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS8 1BL 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BS8 1BL spans multiple life stages — average age 32, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS8 1BL. The average age is 31.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 350,000
3 sales · Mean £ 345,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS8 1BL is above average at 92 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Willow Park CofE Primary School
Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
Cotham School
Cathedral Primary School
Bristol Cathedral Choir School
Hotwells Primary School
Cotham Gardens Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
64 nearby- 404 Bakes0.7 km
- Lucy, Chinese Herb & Acupuncture Shop0.6 km
- Papadeli0.7 km
- Ruby & White Butchers and Food Hall0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- + 59 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
11 nearby- The Washington0.2 km
- Strawberry Thief1.0 km
- Radisson Blu Hotel1.0 km
- Marriott Royal Hotel - Main Kitchen0.9 km
- Beerd0.6 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
81 nearby- Brass Pig0.1 km
- Bristol Commonwealth Society0.2 km
- Eldon House0.3 km
- Kitch@TheEldon (LHFOODS)0.3 km
- Public House0.1 km
- + 76 more
Restaurant, Cafe
268 nearby- 99 Queens0.2 km
- Al Bacio0.2 km
- Clifton Lido0.3 km
- Cosmo Bristol Ltd0.0 km
- Everyman Cinema0.7 km
- + 263 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.6 km
- Waitrose0.0 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- Co-op0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Sushi Daily0.0 km
- The Burger Joint0.7 km
- Urban Tandoor1.0 km
- BC DINER0.9 km
- Chilli Bellies1.0 km
- + 30 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clifton Down0.8 km
- Redland1.5 km
- Montpelier1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Queen's Avenue0.1 km
- Victoria Rooms0.1 km
- Triangle West0.1 km
- Victoria Rooms0.2 km
- Queen's Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BS81BL · Data under Open Government Licence