New Cheltenham Road is in Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS15 4RJ is located in the New Cheltenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingswood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Cheltenham Road, Bristol, BS15 4RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS15 4RB, BS15 4DL, BS15 4QQ, BS15 4TF, BS15 4RU, BS15 4RD, BS15 4XZ, BS15 4RA, BS15 4DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS15 4RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.9% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46% | 49.1% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 46.5% | 39.1% | -7.4% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 42.8% | 10.4% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 10.8% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 47.3% | 38.6% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 39.9% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 14.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 17.8% | -12.8% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.5% | 16.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 17.8% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.7% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 21.5% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 14.4% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.8% | 90.4% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 94.3% | 93.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 93.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Cheltenham Road was 49.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.4% lower than the Kingswood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Cheltenham Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Kingswood and the 432nd lowest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 260 New Cheltenham Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2026-02-02 | £370,000 |
| 278 New Cheltenham Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-12-12 | £448,202 |
| 268 New Cheltenham Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-05-26 | £339,819 |
| 245A New Cheltenham Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-11-12 | £286,029 |
| 245 New Cheltenham Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2021-09-29 | £310,462 |
BS15 4RJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | - not rated | 2,908 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 2out of 4 | 3,059 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 4,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falconride Primary School Mulberry Drive , Kingswood BS15 4EA | - not rated | 480 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deer's Wood School Station Road , Kingswood BS15 4PQ | - not rated | 614 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings' Forest Primary School Station Road , Kingswood BS15 4PQ | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings' Forest Primary School Station Road , Kingswood BS15 4PQ | - not rated | 674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Primary School Hollow Road , Kingswood BS15 9TP | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield School Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 948 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School and Sports College Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XQ | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Digitech Studio School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XQ | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 3out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | - not rated | 1,660 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundwell College St Stephens Road , Soundwell BS16 4RL | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Oak Academy Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 948 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 3,463 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Horizons Learning Centre Mulberry Drive , BS15 4EA | 3out of 4 | 479 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Soundwell Academy St Stephens Road , BS16 4RL | 3out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmley Tower School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XL | - not rated | 1,661 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmley Park School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XL | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Cabot City Technology College Woodside Road , Kingswood BS15 8BD | - not rated | 2,122 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmeadow@Made Forever | Made For Ever Youth Centre, Fisher Road | 330 yd | |
| Kingswood Fire Station | Avon Fire Brigade, Tenniscourt Road | 467 yd | |
| T-CEEs | The Kitchen, Station Road Workshops | 812 yd | |
| The Park Community Cafe | The Park Community Centre, High Street | 812 yd | |
| Right At Home Bristol | Holy Trinity Church Hall, 18 High Street | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe | The Horsehoe, 41 Siston Common | 613 yd | |
| The Jolly Cobbler | Chiphouse Road, Kingswood | 825 yd | |
| Kingswood RFC | The Sports Pavilion, Grimsbury Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chung's Fish Bar | 128 Pound Road, Kingswood | 485 yd | |
| Royal Spice & Burger | 77 Hill Street, Kingswood | 748 yd | |
| Mario's Fish Bar | 1D Pool Road, Kingswood | 847 yd | |
| Green Bamboo | 1E Pool Road, Kingswood | 854 yd | |
| Flamers Star And Tasty Burger | 137 Station Road, Kingswood | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | The Kingswood Centre, High Street | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fisher Road Playing Field FISHER ROAD | grass pitches | 319 yd |
| Tenniscourt Road FISHER ROAD | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Kings Forest Primary School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| Lees Hill LEES HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 854 yd |
| King'S Oak Academy BROOK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Southey Avenue Playing Fields NEW CHELTENHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Deanery Road GRIMSBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| Kingswood Park HOLLOW ROAD | tennis courts | 1,022 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.