Postcode Analysis Bristol, City of, South West

BS1 2AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS1 2AS.

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Population

725

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Avg Age

22

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

21%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS1 2AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Very young, very high renting. At 22 years average age and 55% private renter occupancy, BS1 2AS is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. 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

BS1 2AS is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.4km from Tankard's Close in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Bristol West constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — business quarters in major regional cities. With an average age of just 22, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 55% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bristol, City of.

Safety: Crime rates are high (368 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for BS1 2AS are sourced from Output Area E00178114 (shared with 23 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 BS1 2AS. The average age is 22.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.2%
Asian / British Asian18.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed9.2%

Economic Activity

21%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

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

Crime rates near BS1 2AS are high at 368 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.

Violence and sexual offences1083
Anti-social behaviour863
Public order572
Other theft399
Shoplifting353

school Local Schools

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Willow Park CofE Primary School

135 pupils0.3 km
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Bristol Cathedral Choir School

Good1188 pupils0.8 km
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Cathedral Primary School

Good427 pupils0.8 km
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Cotham School

Good1594 pupils0.8 km
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St Pauls Nursery School & Children's Centre

Outstanding126 pupils0.9 km
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Cotham Gardens Primary School

Good543 pupils1.0 km
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Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre

Outstanding114 pupils1.0 km
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Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School

Outstanding163 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

96 nearby
  • Cold Black Label Ltd0.6 km
  • Holland and Barrett0.7 km
  • Hotel Chocolat0.6 km
  • Krispy Kreme0.6 km
  • New Look0.7 km
  • + 91 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

26 nearby
  • Artist Residence0.9 km
  • Bristol Marriott City Centre0.7 km
  • Cabot Circus Hotel & Chop House Restaurant0.8 km
  • Novotel Bristol Centre0.9 km
  • Ashley House0.5 km
  • + 21 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

115 nearby
  • Cosie's Wine Bar0.7 km
  • Jamaican Hideaway0.7 km
  • Phoenix Public House0.8 km
  • The Bridge Inn0.7 km
  • Brass Pig0.9 km
  • + 110 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

375 nearby
  • Ben's Cookies0.6 km
  • Caffe Nero at House of Fraser0.7 km
  • Casa Brasil0.6 km
  • CH&Co Catering Ltd0.9 km
  • Coal Grill and Bar0.7 km
  • + 370 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

67 nearby
  • Bubbleology0.7 km
  • KFC0.6 km
  • Sushi Daily0.9 km
  • Low and Slow Bristol0.3 km
  • My Best Grill0.4 km
  • + 62 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Waitrose0.9 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Ding Sing0.2 km
  • Langyu Bristol0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's Central0.8 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bristol Temple Meads1.3 km
  • Montpelier1.3 km
  • Redland1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Rupert Street0.0 km
  • Rupert Street0.0 km
  • Rupert Street0.1 km
  • Broadmead0.1 km
  • Broadmead0.1 km