Valley Road is in Mangotsfield, Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS16 9HL 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 Valley Road, Mangotsfield, Bristol, BS16 9HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS16 9HQ, BS16 5QE, BS16 5QP, BS16 5QG, BS16 9HN, BS16 5QF, BS16 5PY, BS16 9HJ, BS16 9HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BS16 9HL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 53.2% | 53.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 46.8% | 46.1% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BS16 9HL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 35.8% | 45% | 9.2% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 36.2% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 12.2% | -5.9% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 4.8% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 40.6% | 48.8% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 27.4% | -8.9% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 16.9% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 19.6% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 20.3% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 10.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 16.6% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 16.2% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 18.1% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.4% | 89.6% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94.2% | 92.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 34.1% | 46.2% | -12.1% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valley Road was 102.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% higher than the Emersons Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Valley Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Emersons Green and the 175th highest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Valley Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2012-08-17 | £368,727 |
| 3 Valley Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2007-03-23 | £333,119 |
| 5 Valley Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2006-11-30 | £333,553 |
| 5A Valley Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 1999-10-15 | £355,134 |
BS16 9HL 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 2out of 4 | 2,347 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speedwell Nursery School Speedwell Road , Kingswood BS5 7SY | - not rated | 3,618 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 5,439 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 | 544 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanbridge Primary School Stanbridge Road , Downend BS16 6AL | - not rated | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanbridge Primary School Stanbridge Road , Downend BS16 6AL | 3out of 4 | 781 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tynings School Eastleigh Close , BS16 4SG | - not rated | 977 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tynings Primary School Eastleigh Close , BS16 4SG | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 766 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mangotsfield School Rodway Hill , Mangotsfield BS16 9LH | - not rated | 766 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend Comprehensive School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downend School Westerleigh Road , Downend BS16 6XA | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield School Brook Road , Kingswood BS15 4JT | - not rated | 2,843 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 | 1,839 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 | 2,843 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 2,904 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 | 1,840 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,911 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Learning Centre Overndale Road , Downend BS16 2RQ | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmtree Grove School Ltd 266 Overndale Road , BS16 2RG | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gracefield Preparatory School 266 Overndale Road , Fishponds BS16 2RG | - not rated | 2,070 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cinnamon Tree | 174 Burley Grove, Mangotsfield | 286 yd | |
| Eastern Flavours | 33 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 454 yd | |
| The Forge And Fern | 76 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 946 yd | |
| Shadin | 70 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 985 yd | |
| The Horseshoe | Downend Road, Downend | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 39 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 354 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 36 Windsor Place, Mangotsfield | 361 yd | |
| Grapevine (Formerly The Salutation) | The Salutation, St James Place | 456 yd | |
| Cleve Rugby Club | The Hayfields Rugby Football Ground, Cossham Street | 554 yd | |
| Mangotsfield United F C | Cossham Street, Mangotsfield | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 59 St James Street, Mangotsfield | 323 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 451 yd | |
| Pepe's | 19 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 451 yd | |
| Bruces Fish Bar | 20 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 453 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 92 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 22-24 St James Place, Mangotsfield | 456 yd | |
| Tesco | 58A-60 Broad Street, Staple Hill | 1,037 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 4 The Square, Broad Street | 1,078 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Place (Closed) The Laurels | grass pitches | 476 yd |
| Barley Close Community Primary School BARLEY CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 545 yd |
| Page Park Broad Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 571 yd |
| Vinney Green Secure Unit EMERSONS GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch | 664 yd |
| Mangotsfield United Football Club COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Mangotsfield School RODWAY HILL | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 767 yd |
| Cleve Rfc COSSHAM STREET | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Downend Sports Centre WESTERLEIGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 980 yd |
| King George V Playing Field CLEEVE LODGE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,008 yd |
| Emersons Green Primary School GUEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.