Marina Gardens is in Bristol and in Bristol district. BS16 3YG is located in the Eastville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol East. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marina Gardens, Bristol, BS16 3YG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 3YF, BS16 3YQ, BS16 3YE, BS16 3YD, BS16 3YN, BS16 3YL, BS16 3YW, BS16 3YJ, BS16 3YB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS16 3YG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 49.7% | 48.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 3YG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.6% 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 | 56% | 57.6% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 19.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.5% | 27.6% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -16.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 3.3% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 41.5% | 43.6% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 38.1% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 12.8% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 14.2% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 6.3% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 11.2% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 17.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 44.6% | 13.8% | 33.8% | 10.8% |
| Other | 8.8% | 2.3% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.6% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 9.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 6.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 2.5% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 69.3% | 67.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | -13.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 66.9% 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 | 68% | 66.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | -16.3% |
| European Union | 13.4% | 13.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 5.2% | 6.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.5% | 8.9% | -1.6% | 5.6% | 3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 67.6% | 67.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | -16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 5.2% | 15.3% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.5% | 7% | 0.5% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.5% | 7.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 5.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.1% | 3.1% | -9.0% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 30.8% | 46.2% | -15.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 16.1% | 6.5% | 9.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marina Gardens was 66.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.6% lower than the Eastville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marina Gardens has the 29th lowest crime rate of 95 local areas in Eastville and the 545th lowest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Franklyn Court Marina Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-09-26 | £176,236 |
| Flat 7 Franklyn Court Marina Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2014-08-15 | £192,652 |
| Flat 10 Franklyn Court Marina Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2013-11-29 | £172,664 |
| Flat 2 Franklyn Court Marina Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2007-07-04 | £205,987 |
| Flat 7 Franklyn Court Marina Gardens, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2005-04-22 | £240,659 |
BS16 3YG 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 | 127 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 1,513 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 2,041 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 | 2,189 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,074 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Park Junior School Abingdon Road , BS16 3NX | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester Park Infant School Lodge Causeway , Fishponds BS16 3QG | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishponds Church of England Academy Fishponds Road , Fishponds BS16 3UH | 2out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| May Park Primary School Coombe Road , Eastville BS5 6LE | 1out of 4 | 1,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chatsworth Road , Fishponds BS16 3QR | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 817 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The City Academy Bristol Russell Town Avenue , BS5 9JH | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School Allfoxton Road , Horfield BS7 9NL | 3out of 4 | 2,203 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | - not rated | 2,219 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 5,377 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 5,448 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 | 4,792 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 | 723 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colston's School Colston's School , Stapleton BS16 1BJ | - not rated | 1,135 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,271 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,477 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 541-551 Fishponds Road | 383 yd | |
| Cafe Mar Bar | 365 Fishponds Road | 393 yd | |
| SAJAN SWEETS | 571 Fishponds Road | 445 yd | |
| The cafe in the corner | Rajani Superstore, Maggs Lane | 467 yd | |
| Toff's Pasta | 5-7 Clay Hill | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pot Black Snooker Club | Snooker Club, 574-590 Fishponds Road | 365 yd | |
| The Star | Star Inn, 539 Fishponds Road | 416 yd | |
| Whitehall Rugby Football Club | Whitehall Rugby Club, Foundry Lane | 619 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | Golden Lion, 641 Fishponds Road | 643 yd | |
| The Greyhound | The Greyhound, 80-82 Lodge Causeway | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakeeza Bites | 533 Fishponds Road | 292 yd | |
| New Chim | 515 Fishponds Road | 292 yd | |
| Carribbeanfix | 365 Fishponds Road | 393 yd | |
| Inner Fire | 367 Fishponds Road | 404 yd | |
| Everyday Thai Express | 571 Fishponds Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 670-680 Fishponds Road | 795 yd | |
| Booker Cash & Carry Limited | Booker Cash And Carry, Whitefield Road | 850 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Fishponds Road | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stand Strong Fitness (Closed) Clay Hill | 504 yd | |
| Whitehall Rugby Fc FOUNDRY LANE | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Harry Crook Youth Activity Centre MOORLANDS ROAD | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy SNOWDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Whitefield Fishponds School Sports Hall (Closed) Snowdon Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Bristol) CHANNONS HILL RETAIL PARK CHANNONS HILL RETAIL PARK CHANNONS HILL | health and fitness suite | 850 yd |
| Eastville Park FISHPONDS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 864 yd |
| Colston'S School Sports Field Off Bell Hill | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Rose Green Sports Leisure GORDON ROAD | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| Speedwell Swimming Pool (Closed) Whitefield Road | swimming pool | 991 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.