The Laurels is in Mangotsfield, Bristol and in Kingswood district. BS16 9BS is located in the Staple Hill & Mangotsfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingswood. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Laurels, Mangotsfield, Bristol, BS16 9BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 9DD, BS16 9BU, BS16 9DB, BS16 9BT, BS16 9BY, BS16 9BX, BS16 9AX, BS16 9EZ, BS16 9DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS16 9BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.7% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 31% | 38.3% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 40.6% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 12.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 40.9% | 50.6% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 28.1% | -13.8% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 16.6% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.8% | 19.9% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 12.1% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 11.1% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.7% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 19.9% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 27.6% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.1% | 92.4% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.1% | 94.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.1% | 37.2% | 12.9% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Laurels was 103.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.1% higher than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Laurels has the 7th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Emersons Green and the 174th highest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-10-13 | £295,545 |
| 11 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-09-14 | £233,085 |
| 16 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-10-28 | £325,322 |
| 8 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2020-11-18 | £305,173 |
| 5 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-05-24 | £320,886 |
BS16 9BS 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,697 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | - not rated | 4,103 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barley Close Community Primary School Barley Close , Mangotsfield BS16 9DL | 2out of 4 | 211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | - not rated | 592 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Farm Road , Emersons Green BS16 7EY | - not rated | 647 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield Church of England Primary School Church Farm Road , Emersons Green BS16 7EY | - not rated | 647 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downend Comprehensive School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | - not rated | 790 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | - not rated | 937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield School Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 3,188 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 | 2,340 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 | 3,188 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 3,254 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 2,244 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Soundwell Academy St Stephens Road , BS16 4RL | 3out of 4 | 2,340 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmtree Grove School Ltd 266 Overndale Road , BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,341 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,424 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Flavours | 33 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 498 yd | |
| The Cinnamon Tree | 174 Burley Grove, Mangotsfield | 785 yd | |
| Avenue Cafe | St Lukes House, Emerson Way | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lamb Inn | 36 Windsor Place, Mangotsfield | 149 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 39 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 342 yd | |
| Grapevine (Formerly The Salutation) | The Salutation, St James Place | 528 yd | |
| Cleve Rugby Club | The Hayfields Rugby Football Ground, Cossham Street | 561 yd | |
| Mangotsfield United F C | Cossham Street, Mangotsfield | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 59 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 281 yd | |
| Bruces Fish Bar | 20 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 559 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 562 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 22-24 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 550 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 112 yd |
| Barley Close Community Primary School BARLEY CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 212 yd |
| Vinney Green Secure Unit EMERSONS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch | 289 yd |
| Emersons Green Primary School GUEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Mangotsfield United Football Club COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Blackhorse Road Playing Fields DIBDEN LANE | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Downend Sports Centre WESTERLEIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 784 yd |
| Cleve Rfc COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Mangotsfield School RODWAY HILL | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 938 yd |
| Page Park Broad Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,031 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 | 193.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.