Finisterre Parade is in Portishead, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS20 7GJ is located in the Portishead East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 2005-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Finisterre Parade, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7GJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS20 7JY, BS20 7GN, BS20 7GR, BS20 7FZ, BS20 7FX, BS20 7GZ, BS20 7GL, BS20 7GH, BS20 7FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS20 7GJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.9% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.1% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 7GJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 26.6% | 28% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 60.2% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.2% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (93.6%) 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 | 68.8% | 66% | -2.8% | 48.4% | 17.6% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 27.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around BS20 7GJ this area, 6.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 18.2% | -11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 7.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.6% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 23.6% | 20.8% | -2.8% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 43.7% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 96% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 94.3% | 92.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 91.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53% | 37.2% | 15.8% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Finisterre Parade was 76.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.2% lower than the Portishead East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Finisterre Parade has the 19th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Portishead East and the 225th highest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Finisterre Parade, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-08-07 | £497,515 |
| 22 Finisterre Parade, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-05-26 | £414,082 |
| 24 Finisterre Parade, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £353,000 | 2021-01-21 | £410,937 |
| 16 Finisterre Parade, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2020-03-27 | £489,682 |
| 16 Finisterre Parade, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2018-02-12 | £488,193 |
BS20 7GJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Anglican-Methodist Primary School Marjoram Way , Portishead BS20 7JF | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portishead Primary School Station Road , BS20 7DB | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hallett's Way , BS20 6BT | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Bristol Road , BS20 6QB | 3out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Junior School Down Road , Portishead BS20 6DY | 3out of 4 | 2,543 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 | 1,779 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 | 3,826 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceans Portishead | The Boatyard, Portishead Quay Marina | 355 yd | |
| Cafe Marina | Unit 1, Kestrel Court, Harbour Road | 460 yd | |
| Sirens Calling (The) | Unit 3 Block 1 | 519 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 2 Block 1 | 519 yd | |
| Mokoko Coffee | Sixty8 At The Marina, 317 Newfoundland Way | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hall & Woodhouse | Hall And Woodhouse Chandlery Square, 59 Newfoundland Way | 424 yd | |
| Gordano Gate Brewers Fayre & Premier Inn | Brewers Fayre Travel Inn, Serbert Way | 743 yd | |
| Royal Inn | Royal Inn, Pier Road | 948 yd | |
| Old Mill (The) | 1 High Street | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Harbour Road | 668 yd | |
| New World Chinese Takeaway | 16 High Street | 1,048 yd | |
| Portishead Kebab & Pizza | 9 The Precinct | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Serbert Way | 662 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Harbour Road | 668 yd | |
| Lidl | Harbour Road | 668 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose, Harbour Road | 862 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 1 The Precinct | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Fitness Hub (Closed) Kestrel Court Kestrel Court Harbour Road | health and fitness suite | 453 yd |
| The Hub UNIT 2 UNIT 2 OLD MILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 757 yd |
| Parish Wharf Leisure Centre HARBOUR ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 824 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.