Rush Hill is in Farrington Gurney, Bristol and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BS39 6UJ is located in the High Littleton 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 Rush Hill, Farrington Gurney, Bristol, BS39 6UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS39 6UL, BS39 6UH, BS39 6UN, BS39 6UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS39 6UJ 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 | 50.2% | 50.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.3% | -0.5% | 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 | 31.6% | 36.3% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 45.1% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 8.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 38.4% | 45.2% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 33% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 25.7% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 13.1% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 15.3% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.1% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 20.8% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 99% | 95.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rush Hill was 23.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% lower than the High Littleton average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Rush Hill has the 9th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in High Littleton and the 131st lowest crime rate of 598 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill View Rush Hill, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2001-03-09 | £612,135 |
BS39 6UJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farrington Gurney Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Farrington Gurney BS39 6TY | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paulton Infant School Plumptre Close , Paulton BS39 7QY | - not rated | 1,848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paulton Junior School Plumptre Close , BS39 7QY | 4out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longvernal Primary School Clapton Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 2LP | 3out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Littleton CofE VC Primary School Church Hill , High Littleton BS39 6HF | 4out of 4 | 3,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somervale School Specialist Media Arts College Redfield Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 2JD | 3out of 4 | 3,102 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Hill Academy Charlton Road , Midsomer Norton BA3 4AD | 3out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fosse Way School Longfellow Road , Radstock BA3 3AL | 4out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Dunes | Main Street, Farrington Gurney | 69 yd | |
| Farrington's Shop And Cafe | Farm Shop Home Farm, Main Street | 621 yd | |
| Cowtastic Playbarn | Farrington Farm Shop, Home Farm | 629 yd | |
| Farrington Park Golf Club | Farrington Golf Club, Marsh Lane | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farrington Golf Club | Marsh Lane, Ston Easton | 800 yd | |
| The Farrington Inn | Farrington Inn, Bristol Road | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farringtons Fish And Chips | Farrington Farm Shop, Home Farm | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | The Cooperative, Bristol Road | 1,028 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farrington Recreation Ground & Memorial Hall CHURCH LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 797 yd |
| Farrington Golf And Country Club MARSH LANE | golf, health and fitness suite | 799 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 | 21 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 36.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 36.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.49 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.