BS8 1DY is a mixed residential area on Jacobs Wells Road, 0.2km from Brandon Hill in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Clifton ward and the Bristol West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BS8 1DY is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BS8 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00165771 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JACOBS WELLS ROAD, BS8 1DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JACOBS WELLS ROAD, BS8 1DY.
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36
£ 56,200 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 61% of tenure in BS8 1DY — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS8 1DY. The average age is 36.2. 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
£ 155,000
1 sales · Mean £ 155,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS8 1DY is moderate at 75 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
Bristol Cathedral Choir School
Cathedral Primary School
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Willow Park CofE Primary School
Hotwells Primary School
Ashton Gate Primary School
Southville Primary School
Holy Cross RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
54 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Redshank0.4 km
- The Bagheera0.4 km
- The Flower of Bristol0.4 km
- The Tower Belle0.4 km
- + 49 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- The Washington0.9 km
- Bristol Harbour Hotel1.0 km
- Bristol Hotel0.8 km
- Happiness With Gravy0.9 km
- Marriott Royal Hotel - Main Kitchen0.6 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
91 nearby- Brass Pig0.6 km
- Bristol Commonwealth Society0.8 km
- Eldon House0.4 km
- Kitch@TheEldon (LHFOODS)0.4 km
- Public House0.6 km
- + 86 more
Restaurant, Cafe
269 nearby- 99 Queens0.8 km
- Al Bacio0.8 km
- Clifton Lido0.9 km
- Coronation Curry House0.6 km
- Cosmo Bristol Ltd0.6 km
- + 264 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Waitrose0.6 km
- Co-op0.9 km
- Langyu Bristol0.6 km
- Sainsbury's Central0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Sushi Daily0.6 km
- Chori Bandits1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- M&M Kebab and Pizza0.9 km
- Taka Taka Broad Quay0.8 km
- + 24 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clifton Down1.5 km
- Bedminster1.6 km
- Bristol Temple Meads1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Jacob's Wells Road0.1 km
- Capricorn Quay Ferry Landing0.1 km
- Capricorn Quay Ferry Landing0.1 km
- Capricorn Quay Ferry Landing0.1 km
- Jacob's Wells Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BS81DY · Data under Open Government Licence