Orwell Drive is in Keynsham, Bristol and in Wansdyke district. BS31 1QB is located in the Keynsham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orwell Drive, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS31 1QA, BS31 1QE, BS31 1QD, BS31 1QF, BS31 1PZ, BS31 1PS, BS31 1HX, BS31 1PB, BS31 1PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS31 1QB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48% | 49% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 BS31 1QB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.9% 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 | 18.8% | 17.7% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -20.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 61.9% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 17.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 11.2% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 8.4% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 41.5% | 39.1% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 36% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 20.5% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 18.8% | 17.9% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 8.3% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 10.6% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.6% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 39% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 98.1% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98% | 98.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orwell Drive was 7.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.8% lower than the Keynsham East average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Orwell Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Keynsham East and the 28th lowest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Orwell Drive, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2025-01-09 | £457,007 |
| 9 Orwell Drive, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2024-05-24 | £603,056 |
| 34 Orwell Drive, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £619,000 | 2023-01-06 | £648,712 |
| 17 Orwell Drive, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-03-25 | £628,156 |
| 32 Orwell Drive, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £560,250 | 2020-12-07 | £687,520 |
BS31 1QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BS31 1QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandag Infant School Chandag Infant School, Chandag Road , Keynsham BS31 1PQ | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chandag Junior School Chandag Junior School, Chandag Road , Keynsham BS31 1PQ | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Rivers Church of England Primary Chandag Road , Keynsham BS31 1PQ | - not rated | 574 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Charlton Park , Keynsham BS31 2NB | 4out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Primary School Castle Primary School, Newlands Road , Keynsham BS31 2TS | 2out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellsway School Chandag Road , Keynsham BS31 1PH | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IKB Academy 68 Bath Road , BS31 1SP | 2out of 4 | 568 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Brislington Hungerford Road , Brislington BS4 5EY | 2out of 4 | 4,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Bernard Lovell Academy North Street , Oldland Common BS30 8TS | 2out of 4 | 4,583 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanham Woods Academy Memorial Road , Hanham BS15 3LA | 1out of 4 | 4,778 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Brendan's Sixth Form College Broomhill Road , Brislington BS4 5RQ | - not rated | 4,189 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadlands Academy St Francis Road , Keynsham BS31 2DY | 3out of 4 | 1,732 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdown Park Academy Stockwood Lane , Stockwood BS14 8SJ | 3out of 4 | 4,018 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel Christian School 817A Bath Road , Brislington BS4 5NL | - not rated | 4,711 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bath Spa University Newton Park , Newton St Loe BA2 9BN | - not rated | 5,431 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laviano's | 44 Temple Street, Keynsham | 908 yd | |
| Time Out - Keynsham | 16 Bath Hill, Keynsham | 947 yd | |
| Shake Express | 5 Market Walk, Keynsham | 956 yd | |
| Bonzo Lounge | 8-9 Market Walk, Keynsham | 959 yd | |
| Cinnamon Indian Restaurant | Cinnamon Restaurant, 68 High Street | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keynsham Cricket Club | Pavilion, Keynsham Cricket Ground | 233 yd | |
| New Inn Keynsham | New Inn, 90 Bath Hill | 616 yd | |
| Talbot Inn (Hungry Horse) | Talbot Inn, Bath Road | 648 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | The Ship, 93 Temple Street | 746 yd | |
| Trout Tavern | The Trout, 46 Temple Street | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yung Kee | Yung Kee Take Away, 47 Bath Hill | 602 yd | |
| Keynsham Fish Bar | 3 Bath Hill, Keynsham | 1,051 yd | |
| Seafood Plus | Seafoods Plus, 2 Rock Road | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 11 - 12 Market Walk, Keynsham | 1,000 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | Iceland Foods Plc, 14 - 18 Temple Street | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keynsham Cricket Club WELLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Wellsway School CHANDAG ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 346 yd |
| Manor Road Playing Field MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Park Road Rec PARK ROAD PLAY AREA PARK ROAD PLAY AREA PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Keynsham Leisure Centre Temple Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 871 yd |
| Keynsham Gym BATH HILL | health and fitness suite | 997 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 | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.