BS4 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cossington Road, 0.3km from Filwood Park in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Knowle ward and the Bristol South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BS4 1DP is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £231k, down 16.5% year-on-year. 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 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00073645 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COSSINGTON ROAD, BS4 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COSSINGTON ROAD, BS4 1DP.
385
27
£ 40,700 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS4 1DP 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 1DP has a significant social housing presence — 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 27-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS4 1DP. The average age is 27.4. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 220,000
5 sales · Mean £ 208,605
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
3 sales · Mean £ 201,266
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS4 1DP is moderate at 68 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
Oasis Academy Connaught
School of Christ The King Catholic Primary
Knowle Park Primary School
Knowle DGE Academy
Knowle West Early Years Centre
Oasis Academy Marksbury Road
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Cafe Kenya - Knowle DGE0.9 km
- Gift's for you0.9 km
- Jessie's Cafe0.9 km
- Quality BAPS & Buffets0.9 km
- Redcatch Community Garden0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Caspian Fish Bar0.8 km
- Diamond Kebab House0.8 km
- Peking Chef0.8 km
- Hengrove Fish Bar0.8 km
- Friendchip Fish & Chips0.7 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Glyn Vale Shop0.8 km
- Best One0.8 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
- News Shop0.8 km
- Samuel Ice Cream0.8 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Knowle Cricket Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedminster1.7 km
- Parson Street2.1 km
- Bristol Temple Meads2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Ilminster Avenue0.0 km
- Ilminster Avenue0.1 km
- Melvin Square0.2 km
- St Barnabas Close0.4 km
- St Barnabas Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BS41DP · Data under Open Government Licence