Swiss Drive is in Bristol and in Bristol district. BS3 2RL is located in the Bedminster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swiss Drive, Bristol, BS3 2RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS3 2PR, BS3 2BG, BS3 2RS, BS3 2PP, BS3 2RW, BS3 2AY, BS3 2RP, BS3 2RN, BS3 2PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS3 2RL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 27.6% | 36.3% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 50% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 4.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 45.3% | 58.8% | 13.5% | 48.4% | 10.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 28.5% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 9.4% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.8% | 17.7% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 11.9% | -9.4% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 12.3% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 21.9% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 25.8% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.8% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 97.9% | 94.5% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 95.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swiss Drive was 242.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 149.9% higher than the Bedminster average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Swiss Drive has the 16th highest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bedminster and the 194th highest crime rate of 1,342 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Swiss Drive, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £468,645 | 2025-07-04 | £474,343 |
| 39 Swiss Drive, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-06-24 | £449,395 |
| 27 Swiss Drive, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2023-11-30 | £505,056 |
| 28 Swiss Drive, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-11-24 | £424,247 |
| 34 Swiss Drive, Bristol, City Of Bristol Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-01-20 | £319,680 |
BS3 2RL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 2RL 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowle West Early Years Centre Leinster Avenue , Knowle BS4 1NN | 3out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Novers Hill Nursery School Leinster Avenue , Novers Hill BS4 1NN | - not rated | 2,328 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School Spencer House , Ship Lane BS1 6RR | 4out of 4 | 2,964 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartcliffe Nursery School and Children's Centre Hareclive Road , Hartcliffe BS13 0JW | - not rated | 3,491 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilminster Avenue Nursery School Ilminster Avenue , Knowle West BS4 1BX | 3out of 4 | 3,522 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Vale Primary School Avebury Road , Ashton Vale BS3 2QG | - not rated | 375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Vale Primary School Avebury Road , Ashton Vale BS3 2QG | - not rated | 375 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | - not rated | 893 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | - not rated | 893 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheddar Grove Primary School Cheddar Grove , Bedminster Down BS13 7EN | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,125 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Park School Blackmoor's Lane , Bower Ashton BS3 2JL | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedminster Down School Donald Road , Bedminster Down BS13 7DQ | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedminster Down School Donald Road , Bedminster Down BS13 7DQ | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrywood Girls' School Downton Road , BS4 1QB | - not rated | 2,102 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bristol College Marksbury Road , Bedminster BS3 5JL | - not rated | 2,386 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 2,546 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green 16-19 Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EF | - not rated | 4,911 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Merchants' Academy Gatehouse Avenue , Withywood BS13 9AJ | 1out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Learning Campus William Jessop Way , BS13 0RL | 3out of 4 | 4,026 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtlands Special School Novers Road , Knowle BS4 1RA | - not rated | 2,129 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands Special School Novers Road , Knowle BS4 1RA | - not rated | 2,129 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Knowle DGE Academy Novers Road , BS4 1QY | 3out of 4 | 2,150 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle DGE Leinster Avenue , Knowle BS4 1NN | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bri03 Bridge Year 11 Philip Street , Windmill City Farm BS3 4EA | - not rated | 2,458 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Storey - Southwest & Wales | 123 Winterstoke Road | 317 yd | |
| Subway | 119 Winterstoke Road | 352 yd | |
| Calon Catering | 177 South Liberty Lane | 639 yd | |
| Manheim Cafe | Manheim Auctions, 33 Ashton Vale Road | 684 yd | |
| The Bristol Rocks Cafe | Redpoint Climbing Centre, 40 Winterstoke Road | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Robins | The Robins, Ashton Drive | 230 yd | |
| The Club Secretary | Ashton Social Club, Silbury Road | 326 yd | |
| The Miner's Arms | The Miners Arms, 70 Bedminster Down Road | 780 yd | |
| Bristol Indoor Bowls Club Ltd | Bristol International Bowls Centre, 198 South Liberty Lane | 795 yd | |
| Luckwell | 147 Luckwell Road | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 7 Ashton Drive | 245 yd | |
| The Sandwich Bar | 3 Ashton Drive | 245 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | J Sainsbury, Winterstoke Road | 352 yd | |
| Canton Eat | 186 Bedminster Down Road | 713 yd | |
| KFC | Kfc, South Bristol Retail Park, Wedlock Way | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury, Winterstoke Road | 352 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit B, South Bristol Retail Park, Wedlock Way | 693 yd | |
| Co-op | 105-107 Bishopsworth Road | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trojan Fitness (Closed) 179-185 179-185 Ashton Drive | health and fitness suite | 384 yd |
| South Liberty Lane Playing Field LANGLEY CRESCENT | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Trojan Fitness SOUTH LIBERTY LANE | health and fitness suite | 765 yd |
| City & County Of Bristol Indoor Bowls Club BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL BOWLS CENTRE BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL BOWLS CENTRE SOUTH LIBERTY LANE | indoor bowls | 783 yd |
| Bedminster Down Common Bridgwater Road | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Bristol Long Ashton) ASHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 916 yd |
| Bristol City Fc (Ashton Gate Stadium) ASHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 974 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 275.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.