BS1 5PZ is a lively urban neighbourhood located 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. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 68% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bristol, City of.
Safety: Crime rates are high (179 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for BS1 5PZ are sourced from Output Area E00174307 (shared with 53 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BS1 5PZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS1 5PZ.
500
27
£ 0 /yr
19%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS1 5PZ 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines BS1 5PZ — 52% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS1 5PZ. The average age is 27.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 5PZ are high at 179 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
Willow Park CofE Primary School
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Cotham School
Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
Hotwells Primary School
Southville Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
67 nearby- Co-op1.0 km
- Redshank0.8 km
- The Bagheera0.8 km
- The Flower of Bristol0.8 km
- The Tower Belle0.8 km
- + 62 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
15 nearby- The Washington0.7 km
- Bristol Harbour Hotel0.7 km
- Brooks Guest House0.8 km
- Clayton Hotel Bristol0.7 km
- Strawberry Thief0.7 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
110 nearby- Brass Pig0.4 km
- Bristol Commonwealth Society0.6 km
- Eldon House0.4 km
- Kitch@TheEldon (LHFOODS)0.4 km
- Public House0.5 km
- + 105 more
Restaurant, Cafe
325 nearby- 99 Queens0.6 km
- Al Bacio0.6 km
- Clifton Lido0.7 km
- Coronation Curry House1.0 km
- Cosmo Bristol Ltd0.4 km
- + 320 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Waitrose0.4 km
- Co-op0.8 km
- Ding Sing0.9 km
- Langyu Bristol0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
51 nearby- Sushi Daily0.4 km
- Banh Wagon0.7 km
- Chori Bandits0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- M&M Kebab and Pizza0.6 km
- + 46 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clifton Down1.2 km
- Redland1.7 km
- Bristol Temple Meads1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Park Street Top0.2 km
- Park Street Top0.2 km
- College Green0.3 km
- Cantocks Close0.3 km
- Cantocks Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BS15PZ · Data under Open Government Licence