Postcode Analysis South Gloucestershire, South West

BIRCH DRIVE, BS35 3RQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH DRIVE, BS35 3RQ.

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

292

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 56,600 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS35 3RQ 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 55, 98% owned. BS35 3RQ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £530k reflects the demand.

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

BS35 3RQ is a sought-after residential area on Birch Drive, 0.4km from Greenhill in Alveston. Administratively it sits within Severn Vale ward and the Thornbury and Yate constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BS35, BS35 3RQ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 55 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 98% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £530k.

Census 2021 statistics for BS35 3RQ are sourced from Output Area E00075101 (shared with 20 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 3RQ. The average age is 55.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 518,750

2 sales · Mean £ 518,750

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

BS35 3RQ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary2
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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St Helen's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding208 pupils0.4 km
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Marlwood School

Requires Improvement497 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • P Jones0.4 km
  • Premier Alveston Stores0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Masons Arms0.9 km
  • Ship Inn0.8 km
  • Thornbury Cricket Club0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Win Chef0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Patchway7.2 km
  • Pilning7.2 km
  • Bristol Parkway8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Alveston Down Post Office0.3 km
  • Bush Court0.3 km
  • Alveston Down Post Office0.4 km
  • Bush Court0.4 km
  • Strode Common0.4 km