Is BS35 1BH a safe place to live?

Yes, BS35 1BH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 18 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BS35 1BH?

The average property price in BS35 1BH is currently around £682k.

What is the population of BS35 1BH?

The population for the BS35 1BH area is approximately 352 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Gloucestershire, South West

RUSTIC WAY, BS35 1BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSTIC WAY, BS35 1BH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

352

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 55,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS35 1BH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10

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10/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BS35 1BH combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£682k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £682k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BS35 1BH is a safe, established residential area on Rustic Way, 0.7km from Morton, Lower in Thornbury. Administratively it sits within Thornbury ward and the Thornbury and Yate constituency.

For serious buyers, BS35 1BH is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £682k, up 0.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BS35 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00189536 (shared with 33 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 BS35 1BH. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 572,500

14 sales · Mean £ 567,857

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

BS35 1BH has low crime rates — 18 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 offences26

Anti-social behaviour6

Public order6

Other theft3

Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

The Castle School

Good1538 pupils0.8 km

Manorbrook Primary School

Good210 pupils0.9 km

St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Thornbury

Outstanding198 pupils1.1 km

Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Thornbury

Good191 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Thornbury Castle Hotel1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Anchor Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Pilning10.2 km
Lydney10.2 km
Chepstow10.3 km

Bus Stops

Scythe Way0.2 km
Post Farm0.4 km
Post Farm0.4 km