Kittiwake Drive is in Portishead, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS20 7PN is located in the Portishead East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 2010-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kittiwake Drive, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS20 7PL, BS20 7QD, BS20 7NT, BS20 7NW, BS20 7NH, BS20 7NJ, BS20 7PA, BS20 7PG, BS20 7NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS20 7PN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 49.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 37.2% | 33.9% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 45.5% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13.2% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) 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 | 68.5% | 54.5% | -14.0% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 34.4% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 3.1% | 8.8% | 5.7% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 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.
In the area around BS20 7PN this area, 9.5% 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 52.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.5% | 9.5% | 4.0% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.2% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 10.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 18.2% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 50% | 52.1% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 18.3% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 97.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.8% | 87% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 7.5% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 87% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kittiwake Drive was 54.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.3% higher than the Gordano Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kittiwake Drive has the 24th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gordano Valley and the 322nd highest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Kittiwake Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £268,500 | 2024-12-17 | £269,628 |
| 112 Kittiwake Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £316,100 | 2024-11-12 | £311,859 |
| 113 Kittiwake Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-05 | £246,198 |
| 122 Kittiwake Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-06-23 | £464,727 |
| 79 Kittiwake Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,500 | 2022-06-24 | £273,497 |
BS20 7PN 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portishead Primary School Station Road , BS20 7DB | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Anglican-Methodist Primary School Marjoram Way , Portishead BS20 7JF | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hallett's Way , BS20 6BT | 3out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Bristol Road , BS20 6QB | 3out of 4 | 1,990 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Junior School Down Road , Portishead BS20 6DY | 3out of 4 | 2,922 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 | 2,308 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 | 4,198 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sirens Calling (The) | Unit 3 Block 1 | 390 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 2 Block 1 | 390 yd | |
| Mokoko Coffee | Sixty8 At The Marina, 317 Newfoundland Way | 398 yd | |
| Searock | Unit 4 Block 1 | 399 yd | |
| La Marina | Lock Keepers Cottage, Lockside | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Inn | Royal Inn, Pier Road | 560 yd | |
| Hall & Woodhouse | Hall And Woodhouse Chandlery Square, 59 Newfoundland Way | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Harbour Road | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Harbour Road | 1,021 yd | |
| Lidl | Harbour Road | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Fitness Hub (Closed) Kestrel Court Kestrel Court Harbour Road | health and fitness suite | 912 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 | 33.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 30.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 30.4% |
| 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.