BS4 1AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Somerdale Avenue, 0.5km from Filwood Park in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Knowle ward and the Bristol South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BS4 1AE is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £232k. 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 BS4 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00073998 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOMERDALE AVENUE, BS4 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOMERDALE AVENUE, BS4 1AE.
414
32
£ 40,700 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS4 1AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
BS4 1AE has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 32-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 BS4 1AE. The average age is 32.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 225,500
2 sales · Mean £ 225,500
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
3 sales · Mean £ 185,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS4 1AE is moderate at 67 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
Ilminster Avenue E-ACT Academy
Ilminster Avenue Specialist Nursery School
Knowle Park Primary School
Oasis Academy Connaught
School of Christ The King Catholic Primary
Oasis Academy New Oak
Knowle DGE Academy
Knowle West Early Years Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Lucky Inn1.0 km
- Champions0.6 km
- Pizza Plus0.6 km
- Rocky's House0.9 km
- VEER RAJ0.9 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- General Stores0.6 km
- Melvin Square Post Office0.6 km
- Glyn Vale Shop1.0 km
- Londis0.6 km
- John's General Store0.1 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Foodies0.6 km
- The Sandwish Shop0.6 km
- Nikki Jaine's Light Bites0.9 km
- Gift's for you0.8 km
- Jessie's Cafe0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Knowle Cricket Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedminster1.8 km
- Parson Street2.3 km
- Bristol Temple Meads2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Salcombe Green0.2 km
- Salcombe Green0.2 km
- Ilminster Avenue0.2 km
- Willinton Road0.3 km
- Willinton Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BS41AE · Data under Open Government Licence