Southmead Road is in Filton, Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS34 7QR is located in the Filton 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 Southmead Road, Filton, Bristol, BS34 7QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS34 7QP, BS34 7DR, BS34 7QU, BS34 7PF, BS34 7PT, BS34 7BQ, BS34 7PZ, BS34 7BJ, BS34 7QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS34 7QR 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 | 51.3% | 51.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.2% | -0.5% | 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 | 39.9% | 31.4% | -8.5% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 49.7% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 8.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 9.1% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 49.6% | 44.5% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 36% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 16.1% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 13.3% | 12.1% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 7.7% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.8% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 42.4% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.7% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 5.9% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 85.4% | 82.2% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 0.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 82.2% 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 | 89% | 82.2% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 82.4% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 11.3% | 8.8% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Hindu | 6.5% | 1.7% | 4.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southmead Road was 77.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.9% lower than the Filton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southmead Road has the 26th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Filton and the 262nd highest crime rate of 875 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 703 Southmead Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2023-07-14 | £228,525 |
| 705 Southmead Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £407,000 | 2022-09-16 | £415,607 |
| 711 Southmead Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2011-12-06 | £266,237 |
| 709 Southmead Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2011-10-25 | £303,661 |
| 701 Southmead Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2010-11-26 | £344,630 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BS34 7QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Werburghs Park Nursery School Glenfrome Road , St Werburghs BS2 9UX | 3out of 4 | 4,569 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 2out of 4 | 5,115 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Woods Nursery School Bannerman Road , Easton BS5 0RR | - not rated | 5,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charborough Road Primary School Charborough Road , Filton BS34 7RA | - not rated | 429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charborough Road Primary School Charborough Road , Filton BS34 7RA | 3out of 4 | 429 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shield Road Primary School Shields Avenue , Northville BS7 0RR | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Hill Primary School Blenheim Drive , Filton BS34 7AX | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Hill Primary School Blenheim Drive , Filton BS34 7AX | 3out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard School Bristol Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard School Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pen Park School Pen Park Road , Southmead BS10 6BP | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Technology and Engineering Academy New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | - not rated | 1,804 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeywood Community School New Road , Stoke Gifford BS34 8SF | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 909 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel College of Arts and Technology Ashley Down , BS7 9BU | - not rated | 3,770 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green 16-19 Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EF | - not rated | 4,930 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,089 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Steiner Academy Bristol College Road , Fishponds BS16 2JP | - not rated | 4,703 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Park School Charborough Road , Filton BS34 7RB | - not rated | 497 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bri04 Bridge Year 11 Southmead Youth Centre, Greystoke Avenue , Southmead BS10 6AS | - not rated | 2,096 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education 1st Learning Centre Southmead Youth Centre , Greystoke Avenue BS10 6AS | - not rated | 2,148 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Hospital Education Service Embleton Road , Southmead BS10 6DS | - not rated | 2,226 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Hill School Okebourne Road , Brentry BS10 6QT | - not rated | 2,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vintage Box Ltd | Filton Golf Club, Golf Course Lane | 158 yd | |
| Elior At Airbus | Pegasus House, Aerospace Avenue | 169 yd | |
| Croc Cafe | 124 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 209 yd | |
| Bristol Bawarchi Limited, BBQ And Grill | 138 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 240 yd | |
| Panahar Restaurant & Takeaway | 150 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Balloon | 115 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 79 yd | |
| The Plough | 127 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 293 yd | |
| The Bulldog | 528-534 Filton Avenue, Filton | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Unit 7, The Shield Retail Centre | 166 yd | |
| Subway - Filton | Unit 11B, The Shield Retail Centre | 195 yd | |
| Golden Oriental | 146 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 253 yd | |
| Dolphin Food Land | 156 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 276 yd | |
| Caspian Fish Bar | 77 Gloucester Road, Filton | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73-75 Gloucester Road North, Filton | 442 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | Abbey Wood Retail Park, Station Road | 946 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Filton Sports And Leisure Centre FILTON SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE FILTON SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE ELM PARK | cycling, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 303 yd |
| Shield Road Primary School SHIELDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Filton Golf Club BLANDAMOUR WAY | golf | 872 yd |
| Bawa Healthcare & Leisure SOUTHMEAD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 897 yd |
| Filton Hill School Blenheim Drive | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.