BS8 1BF is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.4km from Tankard's Close in Bristol. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Bristol West constituency.
This is a young professional neighbourhood — career-focused, mobile, mostly renting. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 25) — lively, but with high tenant turnover.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 119 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for BS8 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00178066 (shared with 55 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BS8 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BS8 1BF.
500
25
£ 0 /yr
24%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BS8 1BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
83% of homes in BS8 1BF are privately rented, marking this as a dedicated rental postcode with a young, mobile population. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BS8 1BF. The average age is 24.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BS8 1BF is above average at 119 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Willow Park CofE Primary School
Bristol Cathedral Choir School
Cathedral Primary School
Christ Church Church of England Primary School
Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School
Cotham School
Cotham Gardens Primary School
Hotwells Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
72 nearby- 404 Bakes0.8 km
- Lucy, Chinese Herb & Acupuncture Shop0.8 km
- Papadeli0.8 km
- Ruby & White Butchers and Food Hall0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- + 67 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
16 nearby- The Washington0.4 km
- Ashley House1.0 km
- Bristol Harbour Hotel0.8 km
- Brooks Guest House0.9 km
- Clayton Hotel Bristol0.8 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
109 nearby- Brass Pig0.2 km
- Bristol Commonwealth Society0.3 km
- Eldon House0.3 km
- Kitch@TheEldon (LHFOODS)0.3 km
- Public House0.2 km
- + 104 more
Restaurant, Cafe
321 nearby- 99 Queens0.4 km
- Al Bacio0.4 km
- Clifton Lido0.5 km
- Cosmo Bristol Ltd0.2 km
- Everyman Cinema0.8 km
- + 316 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- Waitrose0.2 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Ding Sing0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
56 nearby- Sushi Daily0.2 km
- The Burger Joint0.8 km
- Banh Wagon0.7 km
- Chori Bandits0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- + 51 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clifton Down0.9 km
- Redland1.5 km
- Montpelier1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Queen's Road0.0 km
- Park Street Top0.1 km
- Park Street Top0.1 km
- Triangle West0.1 km
- Queen's Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BS81BF · Data under Open Government Licence