North Street is in Bedminster, Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS3 1JP is located in the Southville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Street, Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 1JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS3 2AA, BS3 2AN, BS3 2AL, BS3 2AJ, BS3 1JN, BS3 1JA, BS3 2AB, BS3 1JS, BS3 2AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS3 1JP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 51.4% | 47.8% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52.2% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BS3 1JP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 62.1% | 61.7% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 23.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.8% | 27.1% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -17.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 6.5% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 47.9% | 55.2% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.6% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 10.7% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 1.5% | -5.1% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 BS3 1JP this area, 7.1% 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 61.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 7.1% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 4.1% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 6.8% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.2% | 61.8% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 28.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 95.9% | 90.1% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 92.1% | 89.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 89.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.7% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| Central Asia | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 68% | 37.2% | 30.8% |
| Christian | 24.3% | 46.2% | -21.9% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Street was 64.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.8% lower than the Bedminster average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
North Street has the 37th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bedminster and the 487th lowest crime rate of 1,342 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 287 North Street, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2023-04-04 | £823,868 |
| 285 North Street, Bristol, City Of Bristol Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-04-04 | £422,233 |
| The Tap Room, 291 North Street, Bristol, City Of Bristol Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-11-13 | £335,170 |
| Ground Floor Cafe 277 North Street, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2009-09-16 | £460,832 |
| Flat 3 277 North Street, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £104,950 | 2008-02-27 | £161,579 |
BS3 1JP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
BS3 1JP 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 | 180 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Education | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Other | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School Spencer House , Ship Lane BS1 6RR | 4out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle West Early Years Centre Leinster Avenue , Knowle BS4 1NN | 3out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Novers Hill Nursery School Leinster Avenue , Novers Hill BS4 1NN | - not rated | 2,634 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre Haviland House , St Judes BS2 0DT | 3out of 4 | 3,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls Nursery School & Children's Centre Little Bishop Street , St Paul's BS2 9JF | 4out of 4 | 3,365 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Gate Primary School Ashton Gate Road , BS3 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Gate Primary School Ashton Gate Road , BS3 1SZ | - not rated | 112 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | - not rated | 599 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | - not rated | 599 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southville Primary School Merrywood Rd and Myrtle St , Southville BS3 1EB | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Park School Blackmoor's Lane , Bower Ashton BS3 2JL | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Park School Blackmoor's Lane , Bower Ashton BS3 2JL | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Cathedral Choir School College Square , BS1 5TS | 3out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School Somerset Square , BS1 6RT | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Temple Quarter Spring Street , BS3 4PZ | - not rated | 2,208 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bristol College Marksbury Road , Bedminster BS3 5JL | - not rated | 2,052 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green 16-19 Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EF | - not rated | 3,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel College of Arts and Technology Ashley Down , BS7 9BU | - not rated | 5,068 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchants' Academy Gatehouse Avenue , Withywood BS13 9AJ | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Merchants' Academy Gatehouse Avenue , Withywood BS13 9AJ | 1out of 4 | 3,770 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Learning Campus William Jessop Way , BS13 0RL | 3out of 4 | 4,742 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Cathedral School College Square , BS1 5TS | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bri03 Bridge Year 11 Philip Street , Windmill City Farm BS3 4EA | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's Hospital Berkeley Place , Clifton BS8 1JX | - not rated | 1,586 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Bristol Beacon House , Queens Road BS8 1QU | - not rated | 1,893 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mander Portman Woodward School 10 Elmdale Road , Clifton BS8 1SL | - not rated | 1,910 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Souk Kitchen | 277 North Street | 1 yd | |
| Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar | Cafe Bar, The Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road | 64 yd | |
| Cord Kitchen | 291 North Street | 113 yd | |
| Sazz Mezze | 273 North Street | 116 yd | |
| Coffee # 1 | 247-249 North Street | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashville | The Ashville, 15 Leigh Street | 213 yd | |
| The Coopers Arms | The Coopers Arms, 12-13 Ashton Road | 252 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 21 Ashton Road | 257 yd | |
| Bristol Bowling Club | Bristol Bowling Club, Duckmoor Road | 313 yd | |
| Greville Smyth Community Bowls Club | Greville Smyth Park, The Pavillion Ashton Road | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willow Garden | 283 North Street | 1 yd | |
| Fishminster Pisces Ltd | 267 North Street | 116 yd | |
| Pimms Pizza Ltd | 257 North Street | 116 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 251 North Street | 116 yd | |
| The Pizza Workshop | 232b North Street | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, North Street | 139 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit B, South Bristol Retail Park, Wedlock Way | 648 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury, Winterstoke Road | 987 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Workout Bristol BREWERY COURT BREWERY COURT NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 144 yd |
| Bristol City Fc (Ashton Gate Stadium) ASHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Greville Smyth Park ASHTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 536 yd |
| The Fit Firm (Closed) Hotwell Road | health and fitness suite | 947 yd |
| The Clanage THE J W BUDD PAVILION THE J W BUDD PAVILION CLANAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Bristol South Swimming Pool DEAN LANE | swimming pool | 1,022 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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 | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.