Postcode Analysis Bristol, City of, South West

BS16 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS16 1BJ.

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Population

357

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS16 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BS16 1BJ spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BS16 1BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Stapleton in Kingswood and Fishponds. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Eastville ward and the Bristol East constituency.

The people who live in BS16 1BJ are typical of a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bristol, City of.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00073623 (shared with 8 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 BS16 1BJ. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.5%
Asian / British Asian28.6%
Black / African / Caribbean6.4%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

BS16 1BJ has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson10
Burglary10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Glenfrome Primary School

Good412 pupils0.6 km
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May Park Primary School

Inadequate494 pupils1.0 km
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Stoke Park Primary School

Good248 pupils1.0 km
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Trinity Academy

425 pupils1.0 km
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Bristol Metropolitan Academy

Good1050 pupils1.2 km
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Fairfield High School

Good1069 pupils1.3 km
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St Matthias Academy

Requires Improvement21 pupils1.4 km
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Begbrook Primary Academy

Good635 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • One The Nursery1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Queens Head0.8 km
  • Masons Arms0.7 km
  • Stapleton Cricket Club0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Cafe Mar Bar0.9 km
  • The Chalet Tea Gardens1.0 km
  • Park One Coffee and Kitchen0.2 km
  • The Old Library0.9 km
  • The Old Library0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Carribbeanfix0.9 km
  • Inner Fire0.9 km
  • The Golden Wok0.8 km
  • The Taste1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Texaco MFG0.7 km
  • Costcutter0.9 km
  • Eastville Park SS0.7 km
  • Elm Tree Farm Shop0.4 km
  • Averay Road Premier0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Extra0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stapleton Road1.5 km
  • Lawrence Hill2.5 km
  • Montpelier2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Stapleton Church0.1 km
  • Stapleton Church0.1 km
  • Glenfrome Road0.3 km
  • Glenfrome Road0.3 km
  • The Chine0.4 km