Overndale Road is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS16 2RH 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 Overndale Road, Bristol, BS16 2RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 2RE, BS16 2RB, BS16 2RD, BS16 2RJ, BS16 2PB, BS16 2RQ, BS16 5US, BS16 2PA, BS16 2UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS16 2RH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.2% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 2RH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% 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 | 28% | 42.2% | 14.2% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 42.2% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 5.5% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 8% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 39.6% | 41.5% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 36.5% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 17.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 2.8% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22% | 20.8% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 11.8% | -9.8% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 14.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.2% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 31.1% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 7.8% | 2.8% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.9% 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 | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 7.6% | 16.9% | 9.3% | 2.7% | 14.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 76.7% | 61.9% | -14.8% | 81.4% | -19.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 74.1% 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 | 86.1% | 74.1% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 5.8% | 5.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 13.6% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 8.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 74.1% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.4% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 3.3% | -4.7% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 22.3% | 6.5% | 15.8% |
| Sikh | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Overndale Road was 101.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.6% lower than the Eastville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Overndale Road has the 42nd highest crime rate of 95 local areas in Eastville and the 587th highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 196 Overndale Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2025-03-18 | £358,658 |
| 190A Overndale Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-10-28 | £432,858 |
| 190B Overndale Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £399,000 | 2021-06-02 | £466,712 |
| 190A Overndale Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2020-11-16 | £471,767 |
| 198 Overndale Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2020-02-21 | £457,600 |
BS16 2RH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BS16 2RH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 512 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 4,013 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,456 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 | 4,625 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frome Vale Academy Frenchay Road , Downend BS16 2QS | 2out of 4 | 518 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Church of England Junior School, Downend Pendennis Road , Downend BS16 5JJ | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Church of England Infant School, Downend Christchurch Avenue , Downend BS16 5TG | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frenchay Church of England Primary School Churchside , Frenchay BS16 1NB | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Gardens School College Road , BS16 2JP | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,846 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 1,876 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 2,564 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 2out of 4 | 2,660 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Cabot Academy Woodside Road , Kingswood BS15 8BD | 3out of 4 | 3,603 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 | 5,390 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 | 3,984 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 214 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 353 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gloucestershire Hospital Home Teaching Service School Room , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 1,465 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthias Academy Alexandra Park , Fishponds BS16 2BG | 3out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staple Hill Masonic Hall | Shrubbery Road, Downend | 481 yd | |
| Carers Support Centre | The Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue | 524 yd | |
| Vassalls Cafe | Disabled Living Centre West Of England, The Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue | 524 yd | |
| Cafe 21 | 21 High Street, Staple Hill | 614 yd | |
| The Square Meal | 50 Staple Hill Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oldbury Court Inn | Oldbury Court Inn, Gill Avenue | 387 yd | |
| Downend Cricket Club | Downend Road, Downend | 550 yd | |
| The Duck And Willow | Duck And Willow, 64 Downend Road | 612 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 14 High Street, Staple Hill | 680 yd | |
| Old Mail House | 56 High Street, Staple Hill | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Company | 38 Lanaway Road | 327 yd | |
| Naga Tandoori | 36 Lanaway Road | 329 yd | |
| Best Choice Kebab | 42 Lanaway Road | 340 yd | |
| Little India | 48 Staple Hill Road | 745 yd | |
| Desi Jesi | 48 Staple Hill Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Retail Services | 8 Downend Road, Downend | 844 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 4 Badminton Road, Downend | 939 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 4 The Square, Broad Street | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Frome Vale Academy FRENCHAY ROAD | grass pitches | 580 yd |
| Page Community Association PAGE ROAD | 1,019 yd | |
| University Of The West Of England (St Matthias Campus) (Closed) St. Matthias Campus St. Matthias Campus Oldbury Court Road | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.