Postcode Analysis Bristol, City of, South West

JOHN CARRS TERRACE, BS8 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JOHN CARRS TERRACE, BS8 1DW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

507

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BS8 1DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 28, 61% renting. BS8 1DW has the demographic fingerprint of a student and early-career professional neighbourhood — lively and high-turnover. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS8 1DW is a lively urban neighbourhood on John Carrs Terrace, 0.2km from Brandon Hill in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Hotwells and Harbourside 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, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 28) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 113 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £550k.

Census 2021 statistics for BS8 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00073431 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS8 1DW. The average age is 28.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.9%
Asian / British Asian9.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 525,000

3 sales · Mean £ 523,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BS8 1DW is above average at 113 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.

Violence and sexual offences356
Shoplifting130
Anti-social behaviour117
Other theft116
Public order96

school Local Schools

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Christ Church Church of England Primary School

Good326 pupils0.6 km
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Cathedral Primary School

Good427 pupils0.7 km
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Bristol Cathedral Choir School

Good1188 pupils0.7 km
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Willow Park CofE Primary School

135 pupils0.8 km
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Hotwells Primary School

Good167 pupils0.9 km
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Ashton Gate Primary School

Outstanding794 pupils1.2 km
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Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School

Outstanding163 pupils1.2 km
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Cotham School

Good1594 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

51 nearby
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • Redshank0.7 km
  • The Bagheera0.7 km
  • The Flower of Bristol0.7 km
  • The Tower Belle0.7 km
  • + 46 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

12 nearby
  • The Washington0.6 km
  • Victoria Square Hotel0.5 km
  • Bristol Hotel0.9 km
  • Marriott Royal Hotel - Main Kitchen0.7 km
  • Berkeley Square Hotel0.3 km
  • + 7 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

85 nearby
  • Brass Pig0.3 km
  • Bristol Commonwealth Society0.6 km
  • Eldon House0.2 km
  • Kitch@TheEldon (LHFOODS)0.2 km
  • Public House0.4 km
  • + 80 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

247 nearby
  • 99 Queens0.5 km
  • Al Bacio0.5 km
  • Clifton Lido0.7 km
  • Coronation Curry House0.9 km
  • Cosmo Bristol Ltd0.4 km
  • + 242 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km
  • Langyu Bristol0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's Central0.4 km
  • Co-op1.0 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • Sushi Daily0.4 km
  • Banh Wagon1.0 km
  • Chori Bandits0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • M&M Kebab and Pizza0.9 km
  • + 24 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Clifton Down1.2 km
  • Bedminster1.8 km
  • Redland1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Jacob's Wells Road0.1 km
  • Jacob's Wells Road0.2 km
  • Triangle West0.3 km
  • Park Street Top0.4 km
  • Queen's Road0.4 km