Longs Drive is in Yate, Bristol and in Northavon district. BS37 5XW is located in the Yate North 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 Longs Drive, Yate, Bristol, BS37 5XW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS37 5XR, BS37 5XT, BS37 5XX, BS37 5DX, BS37 5XS, BS37 5XP, BS37 5BN, BS37 5DY, BS37 5ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS37 5XW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.7% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.3% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 39.1% | 41.4% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 44% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 11.2% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 (89.1%) 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% | 50.5% | -5.5% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 38.6% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 9% | 12.9% | 3.9% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 8.2% | -11.7% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 19% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 20.3% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 28% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.1% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 95.5% | 92.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 93.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longs Drive was 52.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% lower than the Yate Central average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Longs Drive has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Yate Central and the 382nd highest crime rate of 876 local areas in South Gloucestershire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Longs Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-03-28 | £201,747 |
| 73 Longs Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2024-02-16 | £393,638 |
| 87 Longs Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £403,000 | 2024-01-31 | £430,121 |
| 79 Longs Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,500 | 2023-05-12 | £291,041 |
| 129 Longs Drive, Bristol, South Gloucestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-02-16 | £132,653 |
BS37 5XW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyndale Primary School Tyndale Avenue , BS37 5EX | 1out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Road Community Primary School North Road , Yate BS37 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Yate Church Road , Yate BS37 5BG | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School Sundridge Park , Yate BS37 4EP | 2out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Sundridge Park , BS37 4HB | - not rated | 1,741 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimsham Green School Broad Lane , Yate BS37 7LB | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yate Academy Sundridge Park , BS37 4DX | 2out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipping Sodbury School Bowling Road , Chipping Sodbury BS37 6EW | - not rated | 2,953 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinney Green Secure Unit Care of: South Gloucestershire Council , Badminton Road BS37 5AF | - not rated | 977 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Culverhill School Kelston Close , Yate BS37 8SZ | 3out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel Christian School Rodford Tabernacle , BS37 8QG | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Play Shed | Unit 4, Armstrong Court | 350 yd | |
| Tibi's Canteen | Armstrong Way, Yate | 416 yd | |
| Jan's Cafe | 23 Station Road, Yate | 575 yd | |
| Christ The Rock Christian Fellowship | 88 - 88A Station Road, Yate | 702 yd | |
| Yosc Facilities Management Community Interest Company | Yate Outdoor Sports Complex, Brimsham Green School | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox | Broad Lane, Yate | 707 yd | |
| Yate Town Football Club | Lodge Road, Yate | 742 yd | |
| Codrington Arms | North Road, Yate | 866 yd | |
| The Farmhouse Inn | Wellington Road, Yate | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exodus Caribbean 2020 | 33 Cranleigh Court Road, Yate | 511 yd | |
| Best Grill | 33 Cranleigh Court Road, Yate | 511 yd | |
| Lucky China | 29-31 Cranleigh Court Road, Yate | 517 yd | |
| Food Hub Yate | Unit 18 First Floor, Dean Court | 521 yd | |
| Fry Days Fish Bar | 17 Cranleigh Court Road, Yate | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Wellington Road, Yate | 903 yd | |
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | Station Road, Yate | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moorland Road Methodist Church Hall MOORLAND ROAD | 732 yd | |
| Brimsham Green School BROAD LANE | grass pitches | 815 yd |
| Sunnyside Lane Playing Field MOORLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 834 yd |
| Yate Town Football Club Lodge Road | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Yate Outdoor Sports Complex BROAD LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 956 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 | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| 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 | 7.9% |
| Median download speed | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.