The Laurels is in Mangotsfield, Bristol and in Kingswood district. BS16 9BU is located in the Emersons Green 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 9BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 9BT, BS16 9BX, BS16 9BY, BS16 9BS, BS16 9AX, BS16 9AU, BS16 9DD, BS16 9DB, BS16 9DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS16 9BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 9BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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% | 28% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 58.8% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 44.8% | 47.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 34.8% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 20.3% | 17.1% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 15.6% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.3% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 19% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 24.5% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.5% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Laurels was 31.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.8% lower than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Laurels has the 36th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Emersons Green and the 302nd lowest crime rate of 876 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 95.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-11-26 | £319,908 |
| 56 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-11-22 | £340,886 |
| 48 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £349,500 | 2023-01-06 | £359,985 |
| 55 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-03-09 | £324,836 |
| 56 The Laurels, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,250 | 2017-07-28 | £322,044 |
BS16 9BU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in BS16 9BU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 133 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,644 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | 4out of 4 | 4,314 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 | 3out of 4 | 85 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emersons Green Primary School Guest Avenue , Emersons Green BS16 7GA | 3out of 4 | 528 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanbridge Primary School Stanbridge Road , Downend BS16 6AL | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Farm Road , Emersons Green BS16 7EY | 4out of 4 | 749 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Boscombe Crescent , Downend BS16 6QR | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 633 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | 2out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Digitech Studio School Tower Road North , Warmley BS30 8XQ | 2out of 4 | 3,907 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy Snowdon Road , Fishponds BS16 2HD | 3out of 4 | 3,990 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Brunel Academy Speedwell Road , Speedwell BS15 1NU | 3out of 4 | 4,019 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 | 3,335 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 | 2,188 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Learning Centre Mulberry Drive , BS15 4EA | 3out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briarwood School Briar Way , Fishponds BS16 4EA | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gloucestershire Hospital Home Teaching Service School Room , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 3,262 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | 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 | 576 yd | |
| The Cinnamon Tree | 174 Burley Grove, Mangotsfield | 868 yd | |
| Avenue Cafe | St Lukes House, Emerson Way | 951 yd | |
| Subway | Blackhorse Garage, Westerleigh Road | 1,051 yd | |
| Bottegino's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lamb Inn | 36 Windsor Place, Mangotsfield | 236 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 39 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 425 yd | |
| Grapevine (Formerly The Salutation) | The Salutation, St James Place | 607 yd | |
| Cleve Rugby Club | The Hayfields Rugby Football Ground, Cossham Street | 632 yd | |
| Mangotsfield United F C | Cossham Street, Mangotsfield | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 59 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 367 yd | |
| Bruces Fish Bar | 20 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 639 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 642 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 642 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3, The Village | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 22-24 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 629 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Emerson Way, Emersons Green | 1,067 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet (Emersons Green) | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, The Village | 1,067 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Unit 3, The Village | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 136 yd |
| Barley Close Community Primary School BARLEY CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 193 yd |
| Vinney Green Secure Unit EMERSONS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch | 307 yd |
| Emersons Green Primary School GUEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Blackhorse Road Playing Fields DIBDEN LANE | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Downend Sports Centre WESTERLEIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 741 yd |
| Mangotsfield United Football Club COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Cleve Rfc COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Mangotsfield School RODWAY HILL | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,014 yd |
| King George V Playing Field CLEEVE LODGE CLOSE | 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 | 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 | 270.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.