Arthurs Close is in Emersons Green, Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS16 7JB is located in the Emersons Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingswood. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arthurs Close, Emersons Green, Bristol, BS16 7JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 7JA, BS16 7JR, BS16 7EN, BS16 7JE, BS16 7HN, BS16 7BD, BS16 7ES, BS16 7HW, BS16 7BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS16 7JB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.4% | 51.3% | 6.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 55.6% | 48.7% | -6.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 7JB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.5% 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 | 58.7% | 57.5% | -1.2% | 37.9% | 19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.4% | 29% | 6.6% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 2.3% | -3.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 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 (88.1%) 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 | 62% | 57.1% | -4.9% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 31% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 10.1% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 11.3% | 3.1% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.5% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 13.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.4% | 17.9% | -0.5% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.3% | 46.2% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90.3% | 84.6% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 3.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 70.6% 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 | 88.9% | 70.6% | -18.3% | 83.2% | -12.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 13.6% | 11.7% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 7.4% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 71.4% | -16.1% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 7.8% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 4.8% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 9.3% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 6.7% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arthurs Close was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.0% lower than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Arthurs Close has the 26th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Emersons Green and the 431st highest crime rate of 876 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Arthurs Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2024-10-29 | £188,360 |
| 25 Arthurs Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-07-12 | £161,636 |
| 23 Arthurs Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-06-21 | £184,254 |
| 32 Arthurs Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-05-30 | £190,193 |
| 10 Arthurs Close, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-09-01 | £189,606 |
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Retired | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 3,485 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 4,968 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 | 4out of 4 | 179 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barley Close Community Primary School Barley Close , Mangotsfield BS16 9DL | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyde Green Primary School Willowherb Road , Emersons Green BS16 7LH | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanbridge Primary School Stanbridge Road , Downend BS16 6AL | 3out of 4 | 1,460 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Digitech Studio School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XQ | 2out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 4,665 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Cabot Academy Woodside Road , Kingswood BS15 8BD | 3out of 4 | 4,725 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,296 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 | 3,033 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Learning Centre Mulberry Drive , BS15 4EA | 3out of 4 | 3,168 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 3,211 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 3,724 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warmley Park School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XL | 3out of 4 | 3,742 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fishing Boat | Unit 1, The Village | 617 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 8, The Village | 617 yd | |
| Subway - The Pod Emersons Green | The Pod, The Village | 617 yd | |
| Avenue Cafe | St Lukes House, Emerson Way | 627 yd | |
| David Lloyd Emersons Green | Willowherb Road, Emersons Green | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn, Bridge Road | 784 yd | |
| Cleve Rugby Club | The Hayfields Rugby Football Ground, Cossham Street | 849 yd | |
| Mangotsfield United F C | Cossham Street, Mangotsfield | 849 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 39 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 925 yd | |
| Grapevine (Formerly The Salutation) | The Salutation, St James Place | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3, The Village | 617 yd | |
| Lucky House | 59 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 948 yd | |
| Bruces Fish Bar | 20 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 962 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 968 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Unit 3, The Village | 617 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 671 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet (Emersons Green) | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, The Village | 671 yd | |
| Tesco | 22-24 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 951 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emersons Green JOHNSON ROAD | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Vinney Green Secure Unit EMERSONS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch | 622 yd |
| Cleve Rfc COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Mangotsfield United Football Club COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Emersons Green Primary School GUEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Pomphrey Hill Playing Fields POMPHEY HILL PLAYING FIELDS POMPHEY HILL PLAYING FIELDS POMPHREY HILL | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Elite Fitness And Leisure (Emersons Green) (Closed) Emerson Way | health and fitness suite | 975 yd |
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Barley Close Community Primary School BARLEY CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,060 yd |
| Blackhorse Road Playing Fields DIBDEN LANE | grass pitches | 1,064 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330.06 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330.06 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.