Rectory Gardens is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS10 7AQ is located in the Henbury and Brentry 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 Rectory Gardens, Bristol, BS10 7AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS10 7AE, BS10 7QF, BS10 7AG, BS10 7AL, BS10 7AJ, BS10 7QG, BS10 7QQ, BS10 7QR, BS10 7AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS10 7AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.4% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.6% | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.4% | 29.7% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 48.6% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 8.6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 47.1% | 43.5% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 41.6% | 8.5% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 11.5% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 BS10 7AQ this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 45%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.9% | 9% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.1% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.2% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.8% | 45% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 11.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.7% | 92.1% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.6% | 90.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 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 | 92.3% | 90.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.4% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Gardens was 298.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.6% higher than the Henbury and Brentry average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rectory Gardens has the 5th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Henbury and Brentry and the 133rd highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Rectory Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £574,950 | 2018-09-14 | £726,329 |
| Brook End Rectory Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2018-01-31 | £990,126 |
| 2 Rectory Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2014-09-01 | £608,537 |
| The Old Stables Rectory Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2013-01-15 | £1,763,617 |
| 1 Rectory Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2005-12-16 | £770,515 |
BS10 7AQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BS10 7AQ 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 retired residents living in BS10 7AQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,604 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henbury Court Primary Academy Trevelyan Walk , Henbury BS10 7NY | 3out of 4 | 390 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaise Primary and Nursery School Clavell Road , Henbury BS10 7EJ | 4out of 4 | 490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Bank Leaze Corbet Close , Lawrence Weston BS11 0SN | 3out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentry Primary School Brentry Lane , Brentry BS10 6RG | 4out of 4 | 1,711 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury-On-Trym Church of England Academy Channells Hill , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,854 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaise High School Station Road , Henbury BS10 7QH | 1out of 4 | 262 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Free School Concorde Drive , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 6NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic College Long Cross , Lawrence Weston BS11 0SU | 3out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Brightstowe Penpole Lane , Shirehampton BS11 0EB | 3out of 4 | 3,728 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard School Bristol Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | 3out of 4 | 3,875 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,581 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Star 82 Rectory Gardens , Henbury BS10 7AH | - not rated | 42 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Garden School Cherry Orchards , Canford Lane BS9 3PE | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield School for Deaf Children Greystoke Avenue , Westbury-on-Trym BS10 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,736 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redmaids' High School Westbury Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3AW | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kingsweston School Napier Miles Road , Kingsweston BS11 0UT | 3out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaise Cafe | Blaise Castle Cafe, Kings Weston Road | 588 yd | |
| Community Cafe | Henbury Centre, Machin Road | 761 yd | |
| Star Cafe | 157 Crow Lane | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henbury Arms | 189 Henbury Road | 59 yd | |
| The Blaise Inn | The Blaise Inn, 260 Henbury Road | 260 yd | |
| Henbury Golf Club | Henbury Golf Club, Henbury Road | 813 yd | |
| The Old Crow | The Old Crow, Crow Lane | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & M Kebab & Pizza | 137 Crow Lane | 653 yd | |
| Henbury Balti House | 145 Crow Lane | 653 yd | |
| Henbury Fryer | 135 Crow Lane | 653 yd | |
| Simply Pizza (Henbury) | 179 Crow Lane | 767 yd | |
| Vien's House Takeaway | 181 Crow Lane | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 149 Crow Lane | 767 yd | |
| DinoSupermarket | 165 Crow Lane | 767 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Henbury Swimming Pool (Closed) Crow Lane | swimming pool | 333 yd |
| Henbury Old Boys Football Club LORAIN WALK | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Blaise Primary School CLAVELL ROAD | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Henbury School STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 449 yd |
| Henbury Leisure Centre AVONMOUTH WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 459 yd |
| Henbury Golf Club HENBURY ROAD | golf | 809 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 | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| 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 | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.