Penrith Gardens is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS10 5LY 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 Penrith Gardens, Bristol, BS10 5LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS10 5LZ, BS10 5LQ, BS10 5LG, BS10 5JT, BS10 5LT, BS7 0UN, BS10 5NA, BS7 0UL, BS7 0UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS10 5LY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 48.4% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.6% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 BS10 5LY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 34.1% | 46.6% | 12.5% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 32% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 12.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.3% | 39.3% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 31.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 12.5% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 11.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 24.9% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 8.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 19.8% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 30% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0.9% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 14.6% | 9% | -5.6% | 3.1% | 5.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 10.2% | 6.8% | 2.5% | 7.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 72.4% | 70.2% | -2.2% | 81.4% | -11.2% |
In this area, 73.8% 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 | 77.2% | 73.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | -9.4% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 8.2% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.8% | 10.5% | -3.3% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.9% | 73.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 13.7% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.5% | 6.6% | -0.9% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.8% | 2.3% | -5.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 3.5% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Spain | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 12.2% | 6.5% | 5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penrith Gardens was 600.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 343.3% higher than the Horfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penrith Gardens has the highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Horfield and the 44th highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 400.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Penrith Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2003-08-29 | £440,851 |
BS10 5LY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BS10 5LY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 1,831 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 | 3,887 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 | 4,615 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 5,249 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 | 5,260 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Luckington Road , Monks Park BS7 0UP | 4out of 4 | 336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fonthill Primary Academy Ascot Road , Southmead BS10 5SW | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horfield Church of England Primary School Bishop Manor Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 5BD | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Mead Primary Academy Gosforth Road , BS10 6DS | 4out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Badocks Wood E-ACT Academy Doncaster Road , Southmead BS10 5PU | 1out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard School Bristol Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Free School Concorde Drive , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 6NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | - not rated | 2,705 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaise High School Station Road , Henbury BS10 7QH | 1out of 4 | 3,002 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Technology and Engineering Academy New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | 2out of 4 | 3,344 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Gloucestershire and Stroud College Filton Avenue , BS34 7AT | - not rated | 2,505 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmfield School for Deaf Children Greystoke Avenue , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redmaids' High School Westbury Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3AW | - not rated | 1,951 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Claremont School Henleaze Park , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 4LR | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Badminton School Westbury Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| North Star 82 Rectory Gardens , Henbury BS10 7AH | - not rated | 2,860 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Kebab House | 467 Southmead Road | 130 yd | |
| The Willow | Southmead Hospital, Southmead Road | 298 yd | |
| Costa Coffee 86084 & 86086 | Southmead Hospital, Southmead Road | 298 yd | |
| Thikanaa Bristol | 329 Southmead Road | 377 yd | |
| Nez Cafe | 335 Southmead Road | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear & Rugged Staff | The Bear And Rugged Staff, Southmead Road | 618 yd | |
| Southmead Community Association Limited | 248 Greystoke Avenue | 691 yd | |
| The Pegasus | The Pegasus, 246 Greystoke Avenue | 815 yd | |
| Southmead Community Sports | Pen Park Sports Pavilion, Jarratts Road | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Balti King | 479 Southmead Road | 130 yd | |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 327 Southmead Road | 377 yd | |
| Southmead Kebab House | 333 Southmead Road | 377 yd | |
| Indian Fusion | 10 Doncaster Road | 462 yd | |
| Meal deals on wheels | 32 Stanton Road | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Discount Food Store, Southmead Road | 111 yd | |
| Aldi | 155 Greystoke Avenue | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bawa Healthcare & Leisure SOUTHMEAD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 806 yd |
| Southmead Adventure Playground DONCASTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 808 yd |
| Pen Park Sports Ground PEN PARK SPORTS PAVILION PEN PARK SPORTS PAVILION JARRATTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Doncaster Road Playing Fields DONCASTER ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Orchard School FILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Southmead Youth Centre Greystoke Avenue | health and fitness suite | 957 yd |
| Horfield Leisure Centre DORIAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,048 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 | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.8% |
| 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 | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.71 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.