SHARPLES CLOSE, BS16 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

BS16 1AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sharples Close, 1.0km from Lockleaze in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Lockleaze ward and the Bristol North West constituency.

For families considering a move, BS16 1AQ represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for BS16 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00178057 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.