Mendip Road is in Portishead, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS20 6DG is located in the Portishead West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mendip Road, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 6DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS20 6DF, BS20 6DQ, BS20 8BJ, BS20 8NX, BS20 8RA, BS20 8BH, BS20 6EA, BS20 6DJ, BS20 6DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS20 6DG 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 | 51.9% | 51.9% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.1% | 0.0% | 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 BS20 6DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 22.6% | 25.7% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 56.5% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 7.6% | -3.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 45% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 37.4% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.2% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.7% | 13.2% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9.4% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.2% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.1% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 38.7% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0.4% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 100% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 95% | 92.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 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% | 93.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 1% | 6.0% | -5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mendip Road was 20.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.2% lower than the Portishead North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mendip Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Portishead North and the 148th lowest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Mendip Road, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-09-17 | £368,272 |
| 66A Mendip Road, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2016-12-09 | £503,951 |
| 97 Mendip Road, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2015-09-30 | £334,123 |
| 91 Mendip Road, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2015-09-04 | £309,735 |
| 103 Mendip Road, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2012-12-14 | £265,845 |
BS20 6DG 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 retired residents living in BS20 6DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Down Infant School Down Road , BS20 6DY | 4out of 4 | 198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Junior School Down Road , Portishead BS20 6DY | 3out of 4 | 248 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hallett's Way , BS20 6BT | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Bristol Road , BS20 6QB | 3out of 4 | 2,025 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portishead Primary School Station Road , BS20 7DB | 3out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordano School St Mary's Road , Portishead BS20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Downs Preparatory School Charlton Drive , Wraxall BS48 1PF | - not rated | 5,207 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portishead Yacht/Sailing Club | Belton Road | 704 yd | |
| Windmill Inn | 58 Nore Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby's Fish And Chip Shop | 1 The Triangle, West Hill | 428 yd | |
| Pizza Picante | 113 Avon Way | 505 yd | |
| Golden Crown | 115 Avon Way | 505 yd | |
| Masala Biriyani House | 119 Avon Way | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 60 West Hill | 511 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Down Recreation Ground HILLTOP | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Portishead Approach Golf Course GOLF COURSE APPROACH GOLF COURSE APPROACH NORE ROAD | golf | 785 yd |
| Avon & Somerset Police VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 838 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.