Paddock Close is in Emersons Green, Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS16 7BD is located in the Emersons Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingswood. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paddock Close, Emersons Green, Bristol, BS16 7BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 7AB, BS16 7BE, BS17 3AB, BS16 7BU, BS16 7JR, BS16 7EN, BS16 7BG, BS16 7BY, BS16 7JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BS16 7BD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 52.1% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 52.6% | 47.9% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 7BD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 21.7% | 31.4% | 9.7% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.3% | 53.6% | -13.7% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.7% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (89.3%) 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 | 58.4% | 56.4% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 32.9% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 6% | 7.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 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.
In the area around BS16 7BD this area, 8.5% 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 | 5.1% | 8.5% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.3% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 18.2% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.3% | 17.9% | -0.4% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.3% | 38.2% | -0.1% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.4% | 89.1% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 93.2% | 88.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 88.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 5.4% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1.2% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paddock Close was 16.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.9% lower than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Paddock Close has the 15th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Emersons Green and the 108th lowest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Paddock Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-12-06 | £425,549 |
| 11 Paddock Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2014-06-30 | £511,282 |
| 11 Paddock Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2009-04-20 | £465,989 |
| 11 Paddock Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2009-04-17 | £498,500 |
| 9 Paddock Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2006-11-03 | £437,478 |
BS16 7BD 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 student residents living in BS16 7BD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 180 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 30 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,435 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | - not rated | 4,753 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mangotsfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Farm Road , Emersons Green BS16 7EY | - not rated | 153 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield Church of England Primary School Church Farm Road , Emersons Green BS16 7EY | - not rated | 153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | - not rated | 619 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barley Close Community Primary School Barley Close , Mangotsfield BS16 9DL | 2out of 4 | 900 yd | Community 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 | 1,095 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | - not rated | 1,095 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend Comprehensive School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield School Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 3,300 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 | 2,884 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 | - not rated | 3,300 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 3,993 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 2,885 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,982 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | - not rated | 2,982 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmtree Grove School Ltd 266 Overndale Road , BS16 2RG | - not rated | 3,079 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Learning Centre Mulberry Drive , BS15 4EA | 3out of 4 | 3,154 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Cafe | St Lukes House, Emerson Way | 556 yd | |
| The Fishing Boat | Unit 1, The Village | 593 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 8, The Village | 593 yd | |
| Subway - The Pod Emersons Green | The Pod, The Village | 593 yd | |
| Bottegino's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleve Rugby Club | The Hayfields Rugby Football Ground, Cossham Street | 785 yd | |
| Mangotsfield United F C | Cossham Street, Mangotsfield | 785 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 39 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 818 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 36 Windsor Place, Mangotsfield | 822 yd | |
| The Langley Arms | Guest Avenue, Emersons Green | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3, The Village | 593 yd | |
| Lucky House | 59 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 830 yd | |
| Bruces Fish Bar | 20 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 889 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 894 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Unit 3, The Village | 593 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 627 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet (Emersons Green) | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, The Village | 627 yd | |
| Tesco | 22-24 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 876 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vinney Green Secure Unit EMERSONS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch | 490 yd |
| Emersons Green JOHNSON ROAD | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| Emersons Green Primary School GUEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Cleve Rfc COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Mangotsfield United Football Club COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Elite Fitness And Leisure (Emersons Green) (Closed) Emerson Way | health and fitness suite | 876 yd |
| Barley Close Community Primary School BARLEY CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 901 yd |
| Blackhorse Road Playing Fields DIBDEN LANE | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Pomphrey Hill Playing Fields POMPHEY HILL PLAYING FIELDS POMPHEY HILL PLAYING FIELDS POMPHREY HILL | grass pitches | 951 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 190.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.