Southmead Road is in Westbury On Trym, Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS10 5EA is located in the Horfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol North West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southmead Road, Westbury On Trym, Bristol, BS10 5EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS10 5DX, BS10 5DY, BS10 5DJ, BS10 5FL, BS10 5DZ, BS10 5EP, BS10 5EX, BS10 5DU, BS10 5EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS10 5EA 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 | 52.4% | 51.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% | 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 vicinity of BS10 5EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 31.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 51.6% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.3% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 45.3% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 36.7% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13.6% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 12.5% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 6.2% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.2% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 11.8% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.6% | 49.1% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 15.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 92% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 85.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.4% | 85.6% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 6.2% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 85.9% | -8.1% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southmead Road was 132.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.8% lower than the Horfield average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Southmead Road has the 20th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Horfield and the 460th highest crime rate of 1,342 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188 Southmead Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-12-16 | £333,335 |
| 224 Southmead Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2016-06-09 | £326,762 |
| 216 Southmead Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £190,000 | 2010-09-08 | £402,093 |
| 218 Southmead Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £193,000 | 2010-08-13 | £409,307 |
| 230 Southmead Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2009-12-17 | £198,916 |
BS10 5EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 retired residents living in BS10 5EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 1,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Werburghs Park Nursery School Glenfrome Road , St Werburghs BS2 9UX | 3out of 4 | 3,594 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls Nursery School & Children's Centre Little Bishop Street , St Paul's BS2 9JF | 4out of 4 | 4,122 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Woods Nursery School Bannerman Road , Easton BS5 0RR | - not rated | 4,525 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre Haviland House , St Judes BS2 0DT | 3out of 4 | 4,788 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horfield Church of England Primary School Bishop Manor Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 5BD | 2out of 4 | 435 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horfield Church of England Primary School Bishop Manor Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 5BD | - not rated | 435 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster Road Junior School Southmead , BS10 5PU | - not rated | 659 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doncaster Road Infants' School Doncaster Road , Southmead BS10 5PU | - not rated | 659 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Badocks Wood Primary School Doncaster Road , Southmead BS10 5PU | - not rated | 800 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Free School Concorde Drive , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 6NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pen Park School Pen Park Road , Southmead BS10 6BP | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard School Bristol Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard School Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EH | - not rated | 2,737 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunel College of Arts and Technology Ashley Down , BS7 9BU | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green 16-19 Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EF | - not rated | 2,924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton College Filton Avenue , Filton BS34 7AT | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| College of Care and Early Education Broadlands Drive , Lawrence Weston BS11 0NT | - not rated | 4,405 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 5,396 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bri04 Bridge Year 11 Southmead Youth Centre, Greystoke Avenue , Southmead BS10 6AS | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield School for Deaf Children Sheridan Road , Horfield BS7 0PU | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Education 1st Learning Centre Southmead Youth Centre , Greystoke Avenue BS10 6AS | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redmaids' High School Westbury Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3AW | - not rated | 1,213 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bristol Hospital Education Service Embleton Road , Southmead BS10 6DS | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciao | 203 Wellington Hill West | 410 yd | |
| SnD Oriental Shop Ltd | 343 Southmead Road | 416 yd | |
| Thikanaa Bristol | 329 Southmead Road | 424 yd | |
| Nez Cafe | 335 Southmead Road | 424 yd | |
| The Beehive | The Beehive, Wellington Hill West | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear & Rugged Staff | The Bear And Rugged Staff, Southmead Road | 183 yd | |
| The Eastfield Pub | Eastfield Inn, 219 Henleaze Road | 895 yd | |
| Royal Air Forces Association | 38 Eastfield | 951 yd | |
| Treble Chance | Treble Chance, Greystoke Avenue | 1,035 yd | |
| Southmead Community Association Limited | 248 Greystoke Avenue | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Chinese Takeaway | 277 Southmead Road | 183 yd | |
| Indian Fusion | 10 Doncaster Road | 364 yd | |
| Best Grill Kebab House | 211 Wellington Hill West | 410 yd | |
| Chans Takeaway | 205 Wellington Hill West | 410 yd | |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 327 Southmead Road | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Discount Food Store, Southmead Road | 899 yd | |
| Aldi | 155 Greystoke Avenue | 1,001 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Lime Trees Road | 1,053 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southmead Adventure Playground DONCASTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 551 yd |
| Badocks Wood Recreation Field Off Doncaster Road | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Doncaster Road Playing Fields DONCASTER ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 761 yd |
| Greenway Centre GREENWAY CENTRE GREENWAY CENTRE DONCASTER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 843 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Bristol Westbury) GREYSTOKE AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 907 yd |
| Elmfield School For Deaf Children GREYSTOKE AVENUE | 1,019 yd | |
| Southmead Youth Centre Greystoke Avenue | health and fitness suite | 1,024 yd |
| Redmaids High School (Golden Hill Sports Ground) GOLDEN HILL SPORTS PAVILION GOLDEN HILL SPORTS PAVILION LIME TREES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.