Silver Street is in Weston In Gordano, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS20 8QA is located in the Gordano Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silver Street, Weston In Gordano, Bristol, BS20 8QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS20 8PX, BS20 8PZ, BS20 8PY, BS20 8PU, BS20 8PT, BS20 8QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS20 8QA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.3% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 8QA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68% 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 | 19% | 21.2% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69% | 68% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 23.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 4.6% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 48.8% | 51.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 30.1% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 13.5% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 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 | 13.2% | 11.3% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 7.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 14.8% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.2% | 42.8% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.9% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97% | 94.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.7% | 76.7% | 18.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silver Street was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.2% lower than the Gordano Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Silver Street has the 25th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gordano Valley and the 326th lowest crime rate of 731 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Silver Street, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-06-18 | £186,494 |
| 2 - 3 Silver Street, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-05-23 | £461,128 |
| 5 Silver Street, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2019-11-29 | £237,736 |
| 4 Silver Street, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2007-12-05 | £261,824 |
| 5 Silver Street, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2007-11-02 | £230,269 |
BS20 8QA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BS20 8QA 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 8QA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Down Junior School Down Road , Portishead BS20 6DY | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Junior School Down Road , Portishead BS20 6DY | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Infant School Down Road , BS20 6DY | - not rated | 2,062 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Infant School Down Road , BS20 6DY | 3out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Barnabas Church of England Primary School West Hill , Portishead BS20 6LN | - not rated | 2,682 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gordano School St Mary's Road , Portishead BS20 7QR | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevedon School Valley Road , BS21 6AH | - not rated | 3,903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevedon School Valley Road , BS21 6AH | 3out of 4 | 3,903 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nailsea School Mizzymead Road , Nailsea BS48 2HN | 3out of 4 | 5,331 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quayside Education Centre 8-10 Combe Road , Portishead BS20 6BJ | - not rated | 3,300 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Hill Pound Lane , Nailsea BS48 2NN | - not rated | 4,103 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Hills Academy Pound Lane , BS48 2NN | - not rated | 4,142 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenswood School Pound Lane , Nailsea BS48 2NN | 3out of 4 | 4,176 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rydal Pre-Preparatory School 11 Albert Road , BS21 7RP | - not rated | 5,293 yd | Service children's education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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.