Rupert Street is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS1 2PZ is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rupert Street, Bristol, BS1 2PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS1 2HZ, BS1 2HR, BS1 2EZ, BS1 2EY, BS1 2ER, BS1 2HG, BS1 2EP, BS1 4SY, BS1 4TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS1 2PZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.6% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.4% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BS1 2PZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 92.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 92.7% | 92.8% | 0.1% | 37.9% | 54.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -38.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -7.8% |
| Widowed | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.3% | 50.7% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 36% | 39.4% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 4.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around BS1 2PZ this area, 0.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -17.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.6% | 1% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -8.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 5.5% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 67% | 56.5% | -10.5% | 16.9% | 39.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 33.9% | 18.9% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 10.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% | 10.2% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 89.7% | 68.7% | -21.0% | 81.4% | -12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 62.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 62.5% | -23.3% | 83.2% | -20.7% |
| European Union | 5% | 10.5% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 16.5% | 13.9% | 5.6% | 10.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 5% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 62.6% | -22.8% | 83.2% | -20.6% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 8% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 19.2% | 14.6% | 1.9% | 17.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.1% | 0.2% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 6.6% | 0.3% | 6.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 3% | 0.2% | 2.8% |
| Central Asia | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.5% | 37.2% | 19.3% |
| Christian | 16.9% | 46.2% | -29.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 17.7% | 6.0% | 11.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rupert Street was 152.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Rupert Street has the 32nd highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Central and the 353rd highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 145.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 101 Nelson House Rupert Street, Bristol, City Of Bristol Other, an established residential building | £20,550,000 | 2014-01-31 | £35,117,979 |
BS1 2PZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in BS1 2PZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 403 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 158 |
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Retired | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 64 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 41 |
| Other | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Nursery School & Children's Centre Little Bishop Street , St Paul's BS2 9JF | 4out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre Haviland House , St Judes BS2 0DT | 4out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School Spencer House , Ship Lane BS1 6RR | 4out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philips Marsh Nursery School and Barton Hill Childrens Centre/Cashmore Early Years Centre Albert Crescent , St Philip's Marsh BS2 0SU | 3out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Werburghs Park Nursery School Glenfrome Road , St Werburgh's BS2 9UX | 3out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Primary School College Square , BS1 5TS | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School Aberdeen Road , Redland BS6 6HY | 4out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotham Gardens Primary School 18 Cotham Grove , BS6 6AL | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dolphin School 25a Bath Buildings , Montpelier BS6 5PT | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cabot Primary School Halston Drive , St Paul's BS2 9JE | 3out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Cathedral Choir School College Square , BS1 5TS | 4out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotham School Cotham Lawn Road , Cotham BS6 6DT | 3out of 4 | 917 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier High School Cheltenham Road , BS6 5RD | 4out of 4 | 1,339 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School Somerset Square , BS1 6RT | 4out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green School Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EH | 4out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 1,030 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Bristol Senate House , Tyndall Avenue BS8 1TH | - not rated | 615 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Grammar School University Road , BS8 1SR | - not rated | 679 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bristol Post 16 Centre Charnwood House , 30 Cotham Park BS6 6BU | - not rated | 906 yd | Sixth form centres | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Andalusia Academy Bristol Old School Building , St Matthias Park BS2 0BA | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's Hospital Berkeley Place , Clifton BS8 1JX | - not rated | 1,040 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Shanghai | 1st Floor, Little Chinatown, Nelson Street | 17 yd | |
| The Lanes | 22 Nelson Street | 114 yd | |
| Mima's | 21 Nelson Street | 114 yd | |
| Barakato | 27 Broad Street | 126 yd | |
| Cafe Amore | 14 Nelson Street | 126 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bank Tavern | The Bank Tavern, 8 John Street | 92 yd | |
| Horts City Tavern | Horts Public House, 49-50 Broad Street | 140 yd | |
| The Bay Horse | The Bay Horse, 1 Lewins Mead | 166 yd | |
| HallPass | 15 Small Street | 171 yd | |
| SWX | 15 Nelson Street | 176 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taka Taka Bar | Unit 2, New Bridewell, Bridewell Street | 60 yd | |
| Fresh Bakery | 2-4 Fairfax Street | 144 yd | |
| All Saints Coffee | Pithay Studio, All Saints Street | 157 yd | |
| Urban Tandoor | 13 Small Street | 171 yd | |
| Banh Wagon | 12 Colston Street | 176 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ding Sing | 2-4 Fairfax Street | 144 yd | |
| Lidl | 33 Union Street | 235 yd | |
| Tesco Metro | 92-98 Broadmead | 282 yd | |
| Co-op | Clarence Place | 782 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Central | 48-56 Queens Road | 900 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Grand Hotel Leisure Club (Bristol) NEWMARKET AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 173 yd |
| Fitness4Less (Bristol) FITNESS FOR LESS FITNESS FOR LESS ALL SAINTS STREET | health and fitness suite | 193 yd |
| Reviva Health Club For Women (Bristol) (Closed) New Broadmead New Broadmead Union Street | health and fitness suite | 205 yd |
| Pure Gym (Bristol Union Gate) UNION STREET | health and fitness suite | 207 yd |
| Carrefour Health & Beauty (Bristol) (Closed) 15-29 15-29 Union Street | health and fitness suite | 245 yd |
| The Gym (Bristol City Centre) Unit LS4A & LS4B Unit LS4A & LS4B Quakers Friars | health and fitness suite | 567 yd |
| Bristol Ice Rink (John Nike Leisuresport) (Closed) Frogmore Street | ice rinks | 583 yd |
| Workout Bristol FLOATING HARBOUR FLOATING HARBOUR WELSH BACK | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 651 yd |
| University Of Bristol (Indoor Sports Centre) INDOOR SPORTS CENTRE INDOOR SPORTS CENTRE TYNDALL AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Bristol Royal Hotel) Bristol Marriott Royal Bristol Marriott Royal College Green | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 706 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.