Postcode Analysis South Gloucestershire, South West

HIGHFIELDS, GL9 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELDS, GL9 1BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

371

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 41, GL9 1BJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £419k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

GL9 1BJ is a safe, established residential area on Highfields, 0.4km from Upton, Hawkesbury in Hawkesbury Upton. Administratively it sits within Chipping Sodbury & Cotswold Edge ward and the Thornbury and Yate constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £419k.

Census 2021 statistics for GL9 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00075246 (shared with 5 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 GL9 1BJ. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 408,080

1 sales · Mean £ 408,080

Detached

£ 430,000

3 sales · Mean £ 421,650

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

GL9 1BJ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Hawkesbury Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement86 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Hawkesbury Stores0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Beaufort Arms0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yate8.9 km
  • Cam & Dursley15.6 km
  • Bristol Parkway16.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Fox Inn0.1 km
  • The Fox Inn0.1 km
  • The Beaufort Arms0.2 km
  • The Beaufort Arms0.2 km