Duchess Way is in Bristol and in Bristol district. BS16 1DU is located in the Frome Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Duchess Way, Bristol, BS16 1DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 1DZ, BS16 1DT, BS16 1ES, BS16 1ET, BS16 1DX, BS16 1ER, BS16 1DR, BS16 1DY, BS16 1EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS16 1DU 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 | 52.2% | 50.9% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.1% | 1.3% | 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.
In the immediate area around BS16 1DU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% 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 | 36.3% | 44.1% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 41.3% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.2% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 3.6% | -8.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 35.7% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 35.4% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 15.7% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 12.2% | 7.8% | 4.0% | 8.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 0.9% | -3.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 22.9% | 22.1% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 6.4% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 8.5% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 15.3% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.8% | 40.2% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 5% | 2.1% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 8.4% | 8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 80.5% | 84.4% | 3.9% | 81.4% | 3.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 83% 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 | 85.2% | 83% | -2.2% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| European Union | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 6.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.2% | 83% | -2.2% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 9.8% | 7.4% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 1.9% | -5.8% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 9.1% | 6.5% | 2.6% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duchess Way was 109.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.4% lower than the Eastville average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Duchess Way has the 37th highest crime rate of 95 local areas in Eastville and the 540th highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Duchess Way, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-03-28 | £408,014 |
| 4 Duchess Way, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £341,150 | 2023-04-14 | £363,068 |
| 4 Duchess Way, Bristol, City Of Bristol Other, an established residential building | £126 | 2022-11-28 | £124 |
| 16A Duchess Way, Bristol, City Of Bristol Detached, an established residential building | £346,000 | 2021-07-12 | £406,245 |
| 20 Duchess Way, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2018-06-19 | £384,784 |
BS16 1DU 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.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,828 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 2,301 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 | 2,398 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 2,903 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Park Primary School Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Begbrook Primary Academy Begbrook Drive , Stapleton BS16 1HG | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenfrome Primary School Cottisford Road , Eastville BS5 6TY | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallscourt Farm Academy Long Down Avenue , Stoke Gifford BS16 1GE | 3out of 4 | 1,376 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishponds Church of England Academy Fishponds Road , Fishponds BS16 3UH | 2out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | - not rated | 958 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy Snowdon Road , Fishponds BS16 2HD | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School Allfoxton Road , Horfield BS7 9NL | 3out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard School Bristol Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | 3out of 4 | 2,646 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 2,962 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 | 3,811 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colston's School Colston's School , Stapleton BS16 1BJ | - not rated | 797 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthias Academy Alexandra Park , Fishponds BS16 2BG | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of the West of England, Bristol Coldharbour Lane , Frenchay BS16 1QY | - not rated | 1,708 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gloucestershire Hospital Home Teaching Service School Room , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 2,142 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 2,537 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chalet Tea Gardens | The Chalet, River View | 390 yd | |
| Park One Coffee and Kitchen | 1 Park Road | 630 yd | |
| Raj Mahal | 6-10 Frome Valley Road | 874 yd | |
| Kaimins Kitchen | Frome Valley Takeaway, 10 Alberton Road | 957 yd | |
| Boing! Bristol CIC | Unit 1, Fedden Buildings, Gainsborough Square | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Masons Arms, 124 Park Road | 80 yd | |
| Stapleton Cricket Club | Stapleton Cricket Club, Park Road | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taishan Kaimin's Kitchen | Frome Valley Takeaway, 10 Alberton Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costcutter | 1-3 Frome Valley Road | 874 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 197Th Bristol Scout Hall (Closed) STONECHAT GARDENS | 617 yd | |
| Colston'S School BELL HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 787 yd |
| Colston'S School Sports Field Off Bell Hill | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Whitefield Fishponds School Sports Hall (Closed) Snowdon Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 993 yd |
| Stock Park Primary School ROMNEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| Begbrook Primary Academy Begbrook Drive | grass pitches | 1,078 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% |
| Median download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.