Dibden Lane is in Emersons Green, Bristol and in Kingswood district. BS16 7AF is located in the Emersons Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingswood. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dibden Lane, Emersons Green, Bristol, BS16 7AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 7EU, BS16 9BP, BS16 7DT, BS16 7DS, BS16 9AJ, BS16 7GA, BS16 7BB, BS16 7PA, BS16 9BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS16 7AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 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 vicinity of BS16 7AF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 28.2% | 31.7% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 56.5% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 58.9% | 59.6% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 29.3% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 8.3% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 7AF this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 8.8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.5% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4.4% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 42.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 92.5% | 89.3% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 91.8% | 89% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 89.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6.3% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dibden Lane was 20.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.2% lower than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dibden Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Emersons Green and the 175th lowest crime rate of 876 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinney Green Barn Dibden Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £699,995 | 2023-10-12 | £731,715 |
| Bluebell Dibden Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £608,000 | 2021-01-21 | £736,420 |
| Vinney Green Barn Dibden Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2019-08-30 | £616,773 |
| Bluebell Dibden Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, a newly built property | £400,000 | 2014-04-15 | £701,209 |
| Apple Blossom Dibden Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2013-10-24 | £782,168 |
BS16 7AF 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 | 157 |
| Part-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 3,001 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 4,882 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | 3out of 4 | 371 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barley Close Community Primary School Barley Close , Mangotsfield BS16 9DL | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackhorse Primary School Blackhorse Lane , Emersons Green BS16 6TR | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Boscombe Crescent , Downend BS16 6QR | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanbridge Primary School Stanbridge Road , Downend BS16 6AL | 3out of 4 | 877 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 | 639 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 2out of 4 | 1,725 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterbourne Academy High Street , Winterbourne BS36 1JL | 1out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy Snowdon Road , Fishponds BS16 2HD | 3out of 4 | 4,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Digitech Studio School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XQ | 2out of 4 | 4,554 yd | Studio schools | 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 | 3,997 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 | 2,548 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,750 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gloucestershire Hospital Home Teaching Service School Room , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 3,294 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 3,471 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Learning Centre Mulberry Drive , BS15 4EA | 3out of 4 | 3,601 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Blackhorse Garage, Westerleigh Road | 361 yd | |
| Elior UK At Hanover Badminton Gardens | Beaufort Road, Downend | 582 yd | |
| Avenue Cafe | St Lukes House, Emerson Way | 638 yd | |
| The Emersons Green | Beefeater, 200-202 Westerleigh Road | 650 yd | |
| Bottegino's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Langley Arms | Guest Avenue, Emersons Green | 205 yd | |
| The Huntsman Taverners | The Huntsman, Westerleigh Road | 306 yd | |
| The Mill House | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 487 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 36 Windsor Place, Mangotsfield | 925 yd | |
| The Trident | 294A Badminton Road, Downend | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3, The Village | 808 yd | |
| Rajastan Royal | 34 Westbourne Road, Downend | 883 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 30 Westbourne Road, Downend | 899 yd | |
| Lucky House | 59 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, 692-716 Fishponds Road | 636 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 736 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet (Emersons Green) | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, The Village | 736 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Unit 3, The Village | 808 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackhorse Road Playing Fields DIBDEN LANE | grass pitches | 57 yd |
| Emersons Green Primary School GUEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 263 yd |
| Elite Fitness And Leisure (Emersons Green) (Closed) Emerson Way | health and fitness suite | 487 yd |
| Walkers Playing Fields WESTONS HILL DRIVE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Barley Close Community Primary School BARLEY CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 710 yd |
| Downend Sports Centre WESTERLEIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 743 yd |
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Vinney Green Secure Unit EMERSONS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch | 853 yd |
| St. Augustine Of Canterbury Primary School Boscombe Crescent | grass pitches | 955 yd |
| Badminton Road Playing Fields SUTHERLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,028 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.