Fouracre Crescent is in Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS16 6PS is located in the Frenchay & Downend electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingswood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fouracre Crescent, Bristol, BS16 6PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 6PR, BS16 6NR, BS16 6FH, BS16 6PN, BS16 6NS, BS16 6PG, BS16 6PF, BS16 6PE, BS16 6SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS16 6PS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 51.1% | 49.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.9% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BS16 6PS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23% | 25.5% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 64.7% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 20.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -6.3% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 5.2% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.9%) 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 | 48.9% | 58.2% | 9.3% | 48.4% | 9.8% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 33.7% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 9% | 6.5% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around BS16 6PS this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 43.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 7.3% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 7.3% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 5.9% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 20.5% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 43.8% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 10.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.3% | 95% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 94.3% | 93.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 93.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fouracre Crescent was 9.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.8% lower than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Fouracre Crescent has the 7th lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Emersons Green and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 876 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Fouracre Crescent, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2025-09-19 | £525,000 |
| 34 Fouracre Crescent, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-08-31 | £415,577 |
| 30 Fouracre Crescent, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £431,000 | 2020-11-12 | £531,100 |
| 2 Fouracre Crescent, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2020-10-16 | £461,939 |
| 8 Fouracre Crescent, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2019-07-26 | £552,018 |
BS16 6PS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 4,747 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromley Heath Junior School Quakers Road , Downend BS16 6NJ | 4out of 4 | 158 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Heath Infant School Quakers Road , Downend BS16 6NJ | 3out of 4 | 208 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Boscombe Crescent , Downend BS16 6QR | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackhorse Primary School Blackhorse Lane , Emersons Green BS16 6TR | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanbridge Primary School Stanbridge Road , Downend BS16 6AL | 3out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 2out of 4 | 2,661 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterbourne Academy High Street , Winterbourne BS36 1JL | 1out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy Snowdon Road , Fishponds BS16 2HD | 3out of 4 | 3,779 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeywood Community School New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | 3out of 4 | 4,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,791 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 | 2,145 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gloucestershire Hospital Home Teaching Service School Room , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 3,244 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of the West of England, Bristol Coldharbour Lane , Frenchay BS16 1QY | - not rated | 3,651 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandringham | Quakers Road, Downend | 413 yd | |
| Kich Catering At The Bromley | 73 Quakers Road, Downend | 430 yd | |
| Emersons Green JNR FC | Walkers Playing Fields, Blackhorse Lane | 633 yd | |
| Elior UK At Hanover Badminton Gardens | Beaufort Road, Downend | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trident | 294A Badminton Road, Downend | 474 yd | |
| Willy Wicket | Wick Wick Close, Downend | 938 yd | |
| The Huntsman Taverners | The Huntsman, Westerleigh Road | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Fish Bar | 30 Westbourne Road, Downend | 377 yd | |
| Rajastan Royal | 34 Westbourne Road, Downend | 392 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, 692-716 Fishponds Road | 624 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bromley Heath Junior School QUAKERS ROAD | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| St. Augustine Of Canterbury Primary School Boscombe Crescent | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Badminton Road Playing Fields SUTHERLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Walkers Playing Fields WESTONS HILL DRIVE | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Bromley Heath Playing Field WEDGEWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 812 yd |
| Downend Sports Centre WESTERLEIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 901 yd |
| King George V Playing Field CLEEVE LODGE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 181.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.