South Parade is in Chew Magna, Bristol and in Bath And North East Somerset district. BS40 8SG is located in the Chew Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Parade, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS40 8SN, BS40 8SH, BS40 8SL, BS40 8SP, BS40 8RA, BS40 8SQ, BS40 8RE, BS40 8SF, BS40 8RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS40 8SG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.1% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.9% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 21% | 28.6% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 45.8% | -14.7% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 13.2% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 11.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 39.6% | 51.5% | 11.9% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 42.5% | 33% | -9.5% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 10.4% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 18.6% | 14.6% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 4.9% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.4% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 14.2% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 42.5% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 8.7% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.3% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.8% | 95.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 94.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 1.9% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 63.3% | 46.2% | 17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Parade was 41.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.2% higher than the Chew Valley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
South Parade has the 19th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Chew Valley and the 259th lowest crime rate of 592 local areas in Bath and North East Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 South Parade, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset Other, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2019-05-29 | £551,901 |
BS40 8SG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BS40 8SG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartcliffe Nursery School and Children's Centre Hareclive Road , Hartcliffe BS13 0JW | - not rated | 5,034 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chew Magna Primary School Butham Lane , Chew Magna BS40 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 286 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chew Magna Primary School Butham Lane , Chew Magna BS40 8RQ | - not rated | 286 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Drew Primary School Upper Stanton , Stanton Drew BS39 4EQ | - not rated | 2,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Drew Primary School Upper Stanton , Stanton Drew BS39 4EQ | - not rated | 2,646 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chew Stoke CofE VA Primary School School Lane , Chew Stoke BS40 8UY | - not rated | 2,762 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chew Valley School Chew Magna , BS40 8QB | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chew Valley School Chew Magna , BS40 8QB | 3out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Learning Campus - Secondary Bridge Learning Campus , William Jessop Way BS13 0RL | - not rated | 5,214 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Withywood Community School Molesworth Drive , Withywood BS13 9BL | - not rated | 5,447 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Learning Campus William Jessop Way , BS13 0RL | 3out of 4 | 5,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Preparatory School Winford Road , Chew Magna BS40 8QY | - not rated | 664 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Venturers' Academy Withywood Road , Withywood BS13 9AX | 2out of 4 | 5,210 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave School The Willows , 159 Four Acres BS13 8RA | - not rated | 5,284 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Fosseway School Bridge Learning Campus , Teyfant Road BS13 0RG | 3out of 4 | 5,301 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulford School Fulford Road , Hartcliffe BS13 9PB | - not rated | 5,337 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MoonDance Cafe | Unit A Moondance Cafe, 5 South Parade | 68 yd | |
| Lazy Lobster | Unit D, 5 South Parade | 78 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pelican | The Pelican Inn, 10 South Parade | 94 yd | |
| The Bear & Swan | Bear & Swan, 13 South Parade | 94 yd | |
| Chew Magna Cricket Club | Cricket Ground, The Chalks | 211 yd | |
| The Queens | The Queens Arms, Church Lane | 304 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | Radstock Co-Operative Society Ltd, High Street | 401 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Old School Room SOUTH PARADE | 11 yd | |
| Chew Magna Cricket Club Silver Street | grass pitches | 181 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.