Postcode Analysis Bristol, City of, South West

BS5 5GU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS5 5GU.

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Population

412

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 39,900 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS5 5GU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BS5 5GU spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (37) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

BS5 5GU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Whitehall in Bristol. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Easton ward and the Bristol West constituency.

The people who live in BS5 5GU are typical of members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bristol, City of.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for BS5 5GU are sourced from Output Area E00073576 (shared with 166 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 BS5 5GU. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.2%
Asian / British Asian21.8%
Black / African / Caribbean7.5%
Other / Mixed7.5%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

Crime around BS5 5GU is moderate at 69 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 offences211
Anti-social behaviour103
Public order84
Shoplifting76
Criminal damage and arson63

school Local Schools

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The Limes Nursery School

Good148 pupils0.1 km
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Whitehall Primary School

Outstanding612 pupils0.1 km
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The City Academy Bristol

Good1012 pupils0.5 km
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Bannerman Road Community Academy

Good392 pupils0.5 km
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Redfield Educate Together Primary Academy

Good392 pupils0.6 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding207 pupils0.8 km
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May Park Primary School

Inadequate494 pupils0.9 km
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Snowdon Village

Requires Improvement31 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

84 nearby
  • EFS Food Plus0.6 km
  • Food 4 U Bristol Ltd0.7 km
  • Karpaty Market0.8 km
  • L'Amour Living0.7 km
  • Los Hermanos0.6 km
  • + 79 more
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • St George Labour Club0.9 km
  • The Dark Horse0.6 km
  • The Fire Engine0.6 km
  • Greenbank Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Wackum Inn0.9 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

56 nearby
  • Fanny Tingle's Tantalising Flavours0.4 km
  • Fountain Cafe0.9 km
  • Laila0.6 km
  • Negril Island0.8 km
  • Peng Pasta0.6 km
  • + 51 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Blue Sky Pizza and Kebab0.8 km
  • Curry Mahal0.8 km
  • Curry Raj0.8 km
  • Delhi Flavour0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • + 32 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Alfu International0.9 km
  • Dunya Supermarket0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lawrence Hill0.8 km
  • Stapleton Road0.8 km
  • Montpelier2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Prospect Place0.1 km
  • Prospect Place0.1 km
  • Bruce Road0.1 km
  • Lyppiat Road0.2 km
  • Lyppiat Road0.2 km