Broad Street is in Staple Hill, Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS16 5LY is located in the Staple Hill & Mangotsfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Filton and Bradley Stoke. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broad Street, Staple Hill, Bristol, BS16 5LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 5NY, BS16 5ND, BS16 5FF, BS16 5LU, BS16 5NE, BS16 5PQ, BS16 5QX, BS16 5LZ, BS16 5PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS16 5LY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.4% | 48.6% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.4% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 23.8% | 27.7% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 46.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 14.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
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 | 38.4% | 42.4% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 33% | 31% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.2% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 11.6% | 8.7% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 | 30.8% | 23.6% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 9.9% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14.7% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 8.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 25.7% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.8% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 92.3% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96% | 93.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broad Street was 64.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.2% higher than the New Cheltenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broad Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in New Cheltenham and the 332nd highest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Broad Street, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2014-12-12 | £771,871 |
| 120 Broad Street, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2011-03-25 | £781,961 |
| 120 Broad Street, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2000-03-10 | £801,510 |
BS16 5LY 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 retired residents living in BS16 5LY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 2out of 4 | 1,925 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | - not rated | 2,991 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 4,831 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tynings School Eastleigh Close , BS16 4SG | - not rated | 379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tynings Primary School Eastleigh Close , BS16 4SG | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staple Hill Primary School Page Road , Staple Hill BS16 4NE | - not rated | 811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staple Hill Primary School Page Road , Staple Hill BS16 4NE | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church, Church of England Infant School, Downend Christchurch Avenue , Downend BS16 5TG | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 3out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend Comprehensive School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield School Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 2,565 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,228 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 2,462 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Oak Academy Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 2,565 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundwell Academy St Stephens Road , BS16 4RL | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmtree Grove School Ltd 266 Overndale Road , BS16 2RG | - not rated | 1,606 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 1,656 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cinnamon Tree | 174 Burley Grove, Mangotsfield | 373 yd | |
| The Forge And Fern | 76 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 379 yd | |
| Shadin | 70 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 423 yd | |
| Pasty Paradise | 8 The Square, Broad Street | 552 yd | |
| Blue Sky Cafe | 9 The Square, Broad Street | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The King William Iv | 62 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 451 yd | |
| 501Bar | 2 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 720 yd | |
| Foresters Arms | 20 Salisbury Road, Downend | 856 yd | |
| The Jolly Cobbler | Chiphouse Road, Kingswood | 891 yd | |
| The Staple Hill Oak | 84-86 High Street, Staple Hill | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | 92 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 303 yd | |
| Chilli Masala | 86 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 319 yd | |
| Chicken Bbq Fish Bar | 33 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 614 yd | |
| Rose Takeaway | 17 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 664 yd | |
| Chinese Kitchen | 3 Soundwell Road, Soundwell | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 58A-60 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 477 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 4 The Square, Broad Street | 554 yd | |
| Tesco | 22-24 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 939 yd | |
| Co-Operative Retail Services | 8 Downend Road, Downend | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Page Park Broad Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 262 yd |
| Page Community Association PAGE ROAD | 789 yd | |
| Mangotsfield School RODWAY HILL | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,037 yd |
| Soundwell GLADSTONE STREET | grass pitches | 1,070 yd |
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 1,093 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.