Pursey Drive is in Bradley Stoke, Bristol and in Northavon district. BS32 8DN is located in the Stoke Gifford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Filton and Bradley Stoke. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pursey Drive, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, BS32 8DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS32 8DP, BS32 8DJ, BS32 8AS, BS34 8RP, BS34 8PS, BS34 8UX, BS34 8XB, BS34 8XD, BS34 8UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS32 8DN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 31.3% | 34.9% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 49.5% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 10.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 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 (90.5%) 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 | 56.8% | 51.2% | -5.6% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 33% | 39.3% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 7.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 BS32 8DN this area, 7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.1% | 7% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 5.9% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 13.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 19.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 42.7% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 8.9% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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 | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.2% | 92.3% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 94.6% | 91.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 92% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pursey Drive was 105.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 116.8% higher than the Bradley Stoke North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pursey Drive has the 15th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Bradley Stoke North and the 163rd highest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Pursey Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2026-02-25 | £240,000 |
| 79 Pursey Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-08-07 | £353,765 |
| 106 Pursey Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-01-25 | £248,356 |
| 64 Pursey Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-07-19 | £298,304 |
| 99 Pursey Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-06-30 | £291,558 |
BS32 8DN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 2out of 4 | 4,972 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Webbs Wood Road , Bradley Stoke BS32 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 285 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey's Court Primary School Breaches Gate , Bradley Stoke BS32 8AZ | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Stoke Gifford Ratcliffe Drive , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SG | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Stoke Primary School Little Stoke Lane , Little Stoke BS34 6HY | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Stoke Junior School Little Stoke Lane , Little Stoke BS34 6HY | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Stoke Community School Fiddlers Wood Lane , Bradley Stoke BS32 9BS | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeywood Community School New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | - not rated | 1,622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeywood Community School New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | - not rated | 1,622 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Technology and Engineering Academy New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | - not rated | 1,762 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridings High School High Street , Winterbourne BS36 1JL | - not rated | 2,563 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton College Filton Avenue , Filton BS34 7AT | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Stoke Community School Fiddlers Wood Lane , Bradley Stoke BS32 9BS | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 4,887 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverhill School Swan Lane , Winterbourne BS36 1RL | - not rated | 2,783 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplars School Stoke Park Hospital , Stapleton BS16 1QU | - not rated | 2,805 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SGS Pegasus School Hempton Lane , Patchway BS32 4AJ | - not rated | 2,821 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of the West of England, Bristol Coldharbour Lane , Frenchay BS16 1QY | - not rated | 2,876 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frenchay Park Hospital School Frenchay Hospital , Frenchay BS16 1LE | - not rated | 3,411 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing Chinese Restaurant | Unit 5, Baileys Court | 269 yd | |
| Bay Leaf | Unit 3, Simmonds View | 877 yd | |
| Old School Rooms Coffee Shop | Old School Rooms, The Green | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey's Court Inn | Bailey's Court Road, Bradley Stoke | 216 yd | |
| The Winter Stream Farm | Vantage Office Park, Old Gloucester Road | 911 yd | |
| Beaufort Arms | 55 North Road, Stoke Gifford | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ali's Kebab & Pizza | Baileys Court Road, Bradley Stoke | 216 yd | |
| Eatlay | 4 Parsons Avenue, Stoke Gifford | 531 yd | |
| Ginger And Spice | 10 Ratcliffe Drive, Stoke Gifford | 809 yd | |
| Fay's Coffee Shop | 6 Ratcliffe Drive, Stoke Gifford | 821 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 4, Simmonds View | 872 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Baileys Court Farm, Webbs Wood Road | 269 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Ratcliffe Drive, Stoke Gifford | 854 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baileys Court Activity Centre BAILEY COURT ACTIVITY CENTRE BAILEY COURT ACTIVITY CENTRE BAILEYS COURT ROAD | grass pitches | 290 yd |
| Stoke Gifford Trust Ground | grass pitches, tennis courts | 905 yd |
| Little Stoke Primary School LITTLE STOKE LANE | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Bristol North) HUNTS GROUND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 955 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 | 87.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.7% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 179.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.