Postcode Analysis Bristol, City of, South West

ORCHARD CLOSE, BS9 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD CLOSE, BS9 1AS.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

63

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Avg Income

£ 71,900 /yr

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Employed

26%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BS9 1AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BS9 1AS combines high owner-occupation (64%), strong property values (£311k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £311k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.

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

BS9 1AS is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Close, 0.8km from Durdham Downs in Bristol. Administratively it sits within Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze ward and the Bristol North West constituency.

For serious buyers, BS9 1AS is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Average age 63 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 64% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £311k, up 4.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BS9 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00074330 (shared with 16 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 BS9 1AS. The average age is 62.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.1%
Asian / British Asian7.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

26%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 310,000

4 sales · Mean £ 311,750

Semi-Detached

£ 280,000

3 sales · Mean £ 275,333

Detached

£ 307,500

2 sales · Mean £ 307,500

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

BS9 1AS has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour13
Violence and sexual offences8
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime4
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Elmlea Infant School

Outstanding270 pupils0.2 km
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Elmlea Junior School

Outstanding361 pupils0.4 km
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St Ursula's E-ACT Academy

Good565 pupils0.8 km
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Westbury Park School

Outstanding414 pupils0.9 km
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Stoke Bishop Church of England Primary School

Good395 pupils1.2 km
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Henleaze Infant School

Good241 pupils1.3 km
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Henleaze Junior School

Outstanding357 pupils1.3 km
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Claremont School

Good72 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Aimee's Wine House Ltd0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • Welcome Co-op0.8 km
  • Chandos Deli0.9 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • + 12 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Cafe 960.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Westbury Park Pub & Kitchen0.7 km
  • Henleaze Bowling Club1.0 km
  • University of Bristol Coombe Dingle Sports Complex1.0 km
  • University of Bristol - Durdham Hall and Bar0.5 km
  • University of Bristol Wills Hall and Bar0.3 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Bengal Raj0.8 km
  • Ciao Restaurant0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Coffee #10.9 km
  • Hunters Cafe0.7 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.8 km
  • Waitrose0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Stoke Bishop Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Chim's Chinese Takeaway0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sea Mills1.9 km
  • Clifton Down2.1 km
  • Redland2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Wills Hall0.2 km
  • Rylestone Grove0.2 km
  • Wills Hall0.2 km
  • Rylestone Grove0.2 km
  • Transport Hub0.2 km