South Parade is in Weston-Super-Mare and in North Somerset district. BS23 1JN is located in the Weston-super-Mare Hillside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weston-Super-Mare. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Parade, Weston-super-mare, BS23 1JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS23 1JR, BS23 1JT, BS23 1JU, BS23 1JY, BS23 1JZ, BS23 1HP, BS23 1HN, BS23 1HR, BS23 1LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BS23 1JN is primarily male, with 53.5% of the population 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 | 57.5% | 46.5% | -11.0% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 42.5% | 53.5% | 11.0% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 | 20.4% | 21.8% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 16.5% | 20.9% | 4.4% | 44.2% | -23.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 6.4% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 30.1% | 34.5% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 25.4% |
| Widowed | 28.2% | 14.5% | -13.7% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (44.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 17% | 12.9% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -35.5% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 31.9% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 40.6% | 38.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 26.1% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 11.2% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 5.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 4.0% |
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 BS23 1JN this area, 39.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.4% | 39.4% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 21.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 8.3% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 9.2% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 8.3% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.9% | 11% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 22% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 91.2% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 81.6% 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 | 93.4% | 81.6% | -11.8% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 7.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 81.6% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.5% | 10.5% | 9.8% | 0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 3.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Parade was 344.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.3% higher than the Weston-super-Mare Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Parade has the 6th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Weston-super-Mare Central and the 27th highest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 213.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 10 South Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2017-09-28 | £85,561 |
| 12 South Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset Other, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-02-10 | £193,620 |
| Flat 3 10 South Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2016-03-31 | £74,038 |
| Flat 2 10 South Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £69,950 | 2008-03-07 | £91,107 |
| Flat 3 10 South Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,500 | 2007-04-02 | £94,927 |
BS23 1JN 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 BS23 1JN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Part-Time Employee | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walliscote Primary School Walliscote Road , BS23 1UY | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School Baker Street , BS23 3AF | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Ellenborough Park South , BS23 1XW | 2out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashcombe Primary School Earlham Grove , BS23 3JW | 3out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournville Primary School Selworthy Road , BS23 3ST | 4out of 4 | 2,418 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hans Price Academy Marchfields Way , BS23 3QP | 3out of 4 | 1,988 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak Academy Windwhistle Road , BS23 4NP | 2out of 4 | 2,714 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterstoke Hundred Academy 1 Beaufighter Road , BS24 8EE | 2out of 4 | 3,783 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worle Community School Redwing Drive , Mead Vale BS22 8XX | 1out of 4 | 4,010 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston College Knightstone Road , BS23 2AL | - not rated | 27 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbrooke House School 9 Ellenborough Park North , BS23 1XH | - not rated | 974 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhaven School Ellesmere Road , Uphill BS23 4UT | 3out of 4 | 3,214 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Voyage Learning Campus Unit 1, Crown Works , Ashcroft House BS24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 3,235 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baytree School The Campus , Highlands Lane BS24 7DX | 3out of 4 | 5,041 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendly Greek @ Olea | 14 South Parade | 1 yd | |
| Premier Chicken | 10 South Parade | 1 yd | |
| Loves Cafe | 9 West Street | 21 yd | |
| The Food Den | 14 West Street | 49 yd | |
| Ginger Pig Kitchen | 4 West Street | 55 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olea | 14 South Parade | 1 yd | |
| Sass Cafe & Bar | 18 South Parade | 21 yd | |
| Vinnies | 28 West Street | 56 yd | |
| Vaults (The) | 1 South Parade | 77 yd | |
| Stable Games Room (The) | 129 High Street | 94 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blueberries | 24 West Street | 53 yd | |
| Strange Catch (The) | 32 West Street | 53 yd | |
| Mediterranean BBQ | 20A West Street | 53 yd | |
| Yiayias Kitchen | 30 West Street | 61 yd | |
| German Doner Kebab (GDK) | 90-92 High Street | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Retail Ltd | 66-68 High Street | 152 yd | |
| Wilkinson Hardware Stores Ltd | The Sovereign Centre, High Street | 200 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 8 - 10 Boulevard | 281 yd | |
| John's Rock Shop | 2 Victoria Square | 286 yd | |
| Perkins Sweets Ltd | 4 Regent Street | 330 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weston College KNIGHTSTONE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 136 yd |
| Ymca (Weston-Super-Mare) BRISTOL ROAD LOWER | health and fitness suite | 144 yd |
| Topflight Gym NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 196 yd |
| Victoria Bowling Club ALBERT QUADRANT | indoor bowls | 459 yd |
| Weston Tennis Club NEVA ROAD | tennis courts | 864 yd |
| Wama (Weston Academy Of Martial Arts And Boxing) UNIT 5 UNIT 5 SUNNYSIDE ROAD NORTH | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,065 yd |
| Wama (Weston Academy Of Martial Arts) SUNNYSIDE ROAD NORTH | health and fitness suite | 1,079 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.