Horseshoe Lane is in Thornbury, Bristol and in South Gloucestershire district. BS35 2AZ is located in the Thornbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thornbury and Yate. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Horseshoe Lane, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 2AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS35 2AB, BS35 2AR, BS35 2AD, BS35 2AU, BS35 2AX, BS35 2AE, BS35 2AJ, BS35 2AH, BS35 2FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS35 2AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 54.7% | 47.4% | -7.3% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 45.3% | 52.6% | 7.3% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 | 33.3% | 29.5% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.3% | 36.8% | 4.5% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 16.6% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 18.8% | 12.4% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 39.7% | 35.4% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 41.5% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 7.9% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 14.6% | -5.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24% | 17.3% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 9.7% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 12.2% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.3% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 32.7% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 5.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 91.9% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 89.3% | 82.5% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 8.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 4.7% | 3.8% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 82.5% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 10.9% | 7.6% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.9% | -4.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 4.7% | 1.3% | 3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Horseshoe Lane was 576.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1118.5% higher than the Frampton Cotterell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Horseshoe Lane has the highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Frampton Cotterell and the 8th highest crime rate of 876 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 242.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2A Horseshoe Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2014-08-29 | £239,879 |
| 2A Horseshoe Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2011-04-15 | £238,483 |
| 4A Horseshoe Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2006-12-19 | £228,227 |
| 2A Horseshoe Lane, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £56,500 | 1997-12-19 | £272,302 |
BS35 2AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 BS35 2AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillingstool Primary School Gillingstool , Thornbury BS35 2EG | 2out of 4 | 311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Thornbury Church Road , Thornbury BS35 1HJ | 4out of 4 | 602 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorbrook Primary School Park Road , Thornbury BS35 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Thornbury Easton Hill Road , Thornbury BS35 1AW | 3out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossways Infant School Knapp Road , Thornbury BS35 2HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle School Park Road , Thornbury BS35 1HT | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlwood School Vattingstone Lane , Alveston BS35 3LA | 1out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheiling School Thornbury Park , Park Road BS35 1HP | - not rated | 979 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Siblands School Easton Hill Road , Thornbury BS35 2JU | 4out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tockington Manor School Washingpool Hill Road , Tockington BS32 4NY | - not rated | 4,669 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Rock | 2 Horseshoe Lane, Thornbury | 27 yd | |
| JIGSAW Thornbury | 15 - 17 St Mary Street, Thornbury | 34 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 25A St Mary Street, Thornbury | 39 yd | |
| Hawkes House | St Mary Street, Thornbury | 47 yd | |
| Ronnie's | 11 St Mary Street, Thornbury | 52 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Inn | 17 High Street, Thornbury | 125 yd | |
| The Malthouse | 59 High Street, Thornbury | 166 yd | |
| The Royal George | 7 The Plain, Thornbury | 187 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Chapel Street, Thornbury | 189 yd | |
| The Black Horse | Gillingstool, Thornbury | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hing Tai | 11 Pullins Green, Thornbury | 141 yd | |
| Deep Blue | 26A High Street, Thornbury | 146 yd | |
| The Thornbury Deli | 34 High Street, Thornbury | 147 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | The Old Fire Station, High Street | 165 yd | |
| Parky's Chippy | 6 High Street, Thornbury | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | St Marys Centre, Horseshoe Lane | 29 yd | |
| Co-Op Welcome | 9 High Street, Thornbury | 158 yd | |
| Tesco | Midland Way, Thornbury | 357 yd | |
| Tesco Petrol Station | Midland Way, Thornbury | 357 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Fitness And Leisure (Thornbury) 26-30 26-30 ST. MARY STREET | health and fitness suite | 160 yd |
| Armstrong Hall Complex COSSHAM HALL COSSHAM HALL CHAPEL STREET | 195 yd | |
| Mundy Playing Fields MUNDY PLAYING FIELDS MUNDY PLAYING FIELDS KINGTON LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 465 yd |
| Castle School Sixth Form Centre SIXTH FORM ANNEXE CASTLE SCHOOL SIXTH FORM ANNEXE CASTLE SCHOOL GLOUCESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Chantry Road Playing Fields CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 519 yd |
| St Marys Church Of England Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Sheiling School THORNBURY PARK | 848 yd | |
| Thornbury Leisure Centre Alveston Hill | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 912 yd |
| The Castle School PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 931 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School EASTON HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 970 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.