BS3 1BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dean Street, 0.3km from Southville in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Southville ward and the Bristol South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BS3 1BB is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 BS3 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00074259 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEAN STREET, BS3 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEAN STREET, BS3 1BB.
234
51
£ 47,400 /yr
47%
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
With 71% social renting, BS3 1BB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 51-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 BS3 1BB. The average age is 51.3. 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: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS3 1BB is above average at 108 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
Holy Cross RC Primary School
Southville Primary School
Compass Point Primary School
St Mary Redcliffe Church of England Primary School
Luckwell Primary School
Victoria Park Primary School
Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School
Ashton Gate Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
64 nearby- Co-op0.8 km
- Redshank0.8 km
- The Bagheera0.8 km
- The Flower of Bristol0.8 km
- The Southern Co-operative0.6 km
- + 59 more
Pub, NightClub
37 nearby- The Avon Packet0.8 km
- The Spotted Cow0.6 km
- Three Lions0.8 km
- Brunel0.8 km
- The Louisiana0.7 km
- + 32 more
Restaurant, Cafe
121 nearby- BS3 Community Development0.7 km
- Coronation Curry House0.8 km
- Oowee Diner0.6 km
- Sonny Stores0.7 km
- Spirited0.6 km
- + 116 more
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Passion Wok0.9 km
- Bedminster Grill0.4 km
- Can can pizza0.4 km
- Shang Hai Food Takeaway0.5 km
- SUSHI DAILY0.5 km
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
- Asda0.5 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Youth Hostel Association0.9 km
- Ibis Hotel Bristol Centre0.9 km
- The Steam Crane Ale House and Kitchen0.1 km
- Happiness With Gravy0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedminster0.5 km
- Parson Street1.1 km
- Bristol Temple Meads1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Dean Street0.1 km
- Dean Street0.1 km
- East Street0.1 km
- West Street0.2 km
- Wesley Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BS31BB · Data under Open Government Licence