BS5 7FG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Barton, Hudds in Kingswood and Fishponds. Administratively it sits within Eastville ward and the Bristol East constituency.
Within the BS5 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bristol, City of.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 BS5 7FG are sourced from Output Area E00174327 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BS5 7FG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS5 7FG.
385
32
£ 44,900 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BS5 7FG — age 32, 44% ownership, 35% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS5 7FG. The average age is 31.7. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS5 7FG is moderate at 52 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
Speedwell Nursery School
Bristol Brunel Academy
Chester Park Junior School
Chester Park Infant School
Summerhill Academy
Summerhill Infant School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Matthias Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Avon Convenience Store0.8 km
- Brizzle Born & Bread1.0 km
- Have Your Cake & Eat It1.0 km
- Hudds Hill Corner Store0.6 km
- Los Hermanos1.0 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- St Georges Valley Cricket Club0.7 km
- The Mechanics Arms0.8 km
- Greenbank Bowling Club0.9 km
- Pot Black Snooker Club0.8 km
- The Greyhound0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Take Eat Easy0.6 km
- Anatolian kitchen1.0 km
- Gillians Coffee0.4 km
- Cafe Kino0.6 km
- Cafe Mar Bar1.0 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Jade Garden Fast Food0.9 km
- Marling Fish Bar0.8 km
- West Wings & Grill0.8 km
- BristoL’eclair0.6 km
- Carribbeanfix1.0 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- One The Nursery1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Booker Cash & Carry Limited0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stapleton Road2.0 km
- Lawrence Hill2.2 km
- Montpelier3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Whitewood Road0.1 km
- Whitewood Road0.2 km
- Ventnor Road0.2 km
- Ventnor Road0.3 km
- Whitefield Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BS57FG · Data under Open Government Licence