Small Lane is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS16 1AN is located in the Eastville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Small Lane, Bristol, BS16 1AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 1AJ, BS16 1DB, BS16 1UW, BS16 2EH, BS16 1DA, BS16 1XA, BS16 1UN, BS16 1UL, BS16 1XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS16 1AN has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 46.2% | 49% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 53.8% | 51% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 BS16 1AN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.2% 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 | 42.9% | 62.2% | 19.3% | 37.9% | 24.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 27.2% | -16.0% | 44.2% | -17.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 5.9% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 53.2% | 50.5% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 36.8% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 8.6% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 19.7% | 11.3% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 6.9% | -7.8% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 11.6% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 38.6% | 23.9% | 16.9% | 21.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 23.9% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 5.3% | 5.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 75.9% | 74.6% | -1.3% | 81.4% | -6.8% |
| Other | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 77.8% 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 | 88.8% | 77.8% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 8.8% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 6.6% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 78.4% | -10.4% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.6% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 8.8% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 9.7% | 6.5% | 3.2% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Small Lane was 82.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.7% lower than the Eastville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Small Lane has the 45th lowest crime rate of 95 local areas in Eastville and the 647th lowest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bungalow Small Lane, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2013-04-26 | £339,526 |
| 6 Small Lane, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2005-09-08 | £413,275 |
| 8 Small Lane, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2000-08-25 | £558,879 |
| 8 Small Lane, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £67,500 | 1997-11-17 | £498,723 |
BS16 1AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 BS16 1AN 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) | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 48 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 2,441 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,593 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 | 2,621 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Begbrook Primary Academy Begbrook Drive , Stapleton BS16 1HG | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishponds Church of England Academy Fishponds Road , Fishponds BS16 3UH | 2out of 4 | 900 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Gardens School College Road , BS16 2JP | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester Park Infant School Lodge Causeway , Fishponds BS16 3QG | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester Park Junior School Abingdon Road , BS16 3NX | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy Snowdon Road , Fishponds BS16 2HD | 3out of 4 | 461 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 2,243 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School Allfoxton Road , Horfield BS7 9NL | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City Academy Bristol Russell Town Avenue , BS5 9JH | 3out of 4 | 3,093 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 | 4,473 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 | 3out of 4 | 5,192 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthias Academy Alexandra Park , Fishponds BS16 2BG | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colston's School Colston's School , Stapleton BS16 1BJ | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 1,903 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gloucestershire Hospital Home Teaching Service School Room , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chalet Tea Gardens | The Chalet, River View | 514 yd | |
| G' comfy kitchen | 24 Eastbury Road | 662 yd | |
| Istanbul | 599 Fishponds Road | 740 yd | |
| Anatolian kitchen | 599 Fishponds Road | 740 yd | |
| Jimmy's Fried Chicken | 597 Fishponds Road | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Masons Arms, 124 Park Road | 713 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | Golden Lion, 641 Fishponds Road | 735 yd | |
| The Star | Star Inn, 539 Fishponds Road | 755 yd | |
| Pot Black Snooker Club | Snooker Club, 574-590 Fishponds Road | 814 yd | |
| Stapleton Cricket Club | Stapleton Cricket Club, Park Road | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Kebab House | 623 Fishponds Road | 735 yd | |
| Everyday Thai Express | 571 Fishponds Road | 749 yd | |
| Golden Eagle | 596 Fishponds Road | 772 yd | |
| SMASH GRILL | 660 Fishponds Road | 789 yd | |
| Gorilla thai kitchen | 662 Fishponds Road | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 670-680 Fishponds Road | 789 yd | |
| Costcutter | 1-3 Frome Valley Road | 826 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Fishponds Road | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitefield Fishponds School Sports Hall (Closed) Snowdon Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 237 yd |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy SNOWDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 372 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Bristol) CHANNONS HILL RETAIL PARK CHANNONS HILL RETAIL PARK CHANNONS HILL | health and fitness suite | 679 yd |
| 197Th Bristol Scout Hall (Closed) STONECHAT GARDENS | 694 yd | |
| Begbrook Primary Academy Begbrook Drive | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Fishponds Church Of England Academy FISHPONDS ROAD | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Colston'S School Sports Field Off Bell Hill | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Oldbury Court Estate WARNEFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| University Of The West Of England (St Matthias Campus) (Closed) St. Matthias Campus St. Matthias Campus Oldbury Court Road | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Colston'S School BELL HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,081 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 | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.