Truro Road is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS3 2AE 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 Truro Road, Bristol, BS3 2AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS3 2AF, BS3 1JH, BS3 1JJ, BS3 1JD, BS3 3EL, BS3 2BX, BS3 2AD, BS3 2AB, BS3 2AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS3 2AE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 56.9% | 47.6% | -9.3% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 43.1% | 52.4% | 9.3% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 2AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.9% 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 | 48.8% | 54.9% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 32.3% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 53.2% | 53.4% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34.8% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 9.3% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 2AE this area, 5.1% 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 70.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 5.1% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 5.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 5.1% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 11.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.8% | 70.4% | 19.6% | 33.8% | 36.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 93% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 93.6% | 90.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 90.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 77.3% | 37.2% | 40.1% |
| Christian | 12.5% | 46.2% | -33.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Truro Road was 48.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.0% lower than the Bedminster average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Truro Road has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bedminster and the 364th lowest crime rate of 1,342 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Truro Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2025-07-16 | £521,261 |
| 4 Truro Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £639,600 | 2024-10-28 | £633,261 |
| 31 Truro Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £461,000 | 2024-10-18 | £456,431 |
| 2 Truro Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-10-11 | £554,450 |
| 23 Truro Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £415,200 | 2024-09-06 | £414,785 |
BS3 2AE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 2AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 116 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,887 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle West Early Years Centre Leinster Avenue , Knowle BS4 1NN | 3out of 4 | 2,258 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Novers Hill Nursery School Leinster Avenue , Novers Hill BS4 1NN | - not rated | 2,363 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilminster Avenue Nursery School Ilminster Avenue , Knowle West BS4 1BX | 3out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre Haviland House , St Judes BS2 0DT | 3out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | - not rated | 368 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | - not rated | 368 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Gate Primary School Ashton Gate Road , BS3 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 374 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Gate Primary School Ashton Gate Road , BS3 1SZ | - not rated | 374 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Point: South Street School and Children's Centre South Street , Bedminster BS3 3AU | - not rated | 571 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,370 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Park School Blackmoor's Lane , Bower Ashton BS3 2JL | - not rated | 1,370 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Cathedral Choir School College Square , BS1 5TS | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School Somerset Square , BS1 6RT | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrywood Girls' School Downton Road , BS4 1QB | - not rated | 2,020 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 1,384 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bristol College Marksbury Road , Bedminster BS3 5JL | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green 16-19 Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EF | - not rated | 3,819 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel College of Arts and Technology Ashley Down , BS7 9BU | - not rated | 5,180 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 | 3,481 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Merchants' Academy Gatehouse Avenue , Withywood BS13 9AJ | 1out of 4 | 3,545 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Learning Campus William Jessop Way , BS13 0RL | 3out of 4 | 4,477 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bri03 Bridge Year 11 Philip Street , Windmill City Farm BS3 4EA | - not rated | 1,421 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Cathedral School College Square , BS1 5TS | - not rated | 1,575 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's Hospital Berkeley Place , Clifton BS8 1JX | - not rated | 1,773 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LPW Independent School LPW House , Princess Street BS3 4AG | - not rated | 1,847 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Bristol Beacon House , Queens Road BS8 1QU | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burra | 223 North Street | 95 yd | |
| The Lounge | 227-231 North Street | 95 yd | |
| Pizzarova | 237 North Street | 107 yd | |
| The Clove | 5-5a Luckwell Road | 107 yd | |
| Tincan Coffee Co | 234 North Street | 108 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hen & Chicken | Hen And Chicken, 210 North Street | 186 yd | |
| The Spotted Cow | 139 North Street | 273 yd | |
| Bristol Bowling Club | Bristol Bowling Club, Duckmoor Road | 364 yd | |
| Masonic Hotel | The Masonic, 110 North Street | 421 yd | |
| The Ashville | The Ashville, 15 Leigh Street | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Workshop | 232b North Street | 108 yd | |
| Fishminster Pisces Ltd | 267 North Street | 167 yd | |
| Pimms Pizza Ltd | 257 North Street | 167 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 251 North Street | 167 yd | |
| The Willow Garden | 283 North Street | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, North Street | 187 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit B, South Bristol Retail Park, Wedlock Way | 650 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury, Winterstoke Road | 850 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Sheene Road | 902 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 102-106 East Street | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Workout Bristol BREWERY COURT BREWERY COURT NORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 406 yd |
| Bristol City Fc (Ashton Gate Stadium) ASHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Greville Smyth Park ASHTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 730 yd |
| Bristol South Swimming Pool DEAN LANE | swimming pool | 889 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.