Orchard Road is in Nailsea, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS48 2DZ is located in the Nailsea West End electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Road, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 2DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS48 2EJ, BS48 2DY, BS48 2AP, BS48 2EQ, BS48 2EE, BS48 2AL, BS48 2DX, BS48 2JS, BS48 2EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS48 2DZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.7% | 49.2% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50.8% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 22.3% | 25.7% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 47.1% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 11.7% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 14.6% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35% | 38.2% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 43.6% | 41.1% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 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 | 30.1% | 20.4% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 12.1% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 7.3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 29.1% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.7% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 97.5% | 93.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 93.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Road was 49.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.1% higher than the Nailsea West End average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Nailsea West End and the 341st highest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Orchard Road, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-08-03 | £353,977 |
| 3 Orchard Road, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2020-10-01 | £300,507 |
| 1 Orchard Road, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2019-12-06 | £403,451 |
| 11 Orchard Road, Bristol, North Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2017-10-23 | £266,055 |
| 7 Orchard Road, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2017-02-28 | £281,389 |
BS48 2DZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 BS48 2DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingshill Church School Pound Lane , BS48 2NP | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Junior School Whiteoak Way , BS48 4YZ | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hannah More Infant School White Oak Way , BS48 4YZ | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School Station Road , BS48 4PD | 4out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Golden Valley Primary School Nailsea Park , Nailsea BS48 1BB | 4out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nailsea School Mizzymead Road , Nailsea BS48 2HN | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Backwell School Station Road , Backwell BS48 3BX | 4out of 4 | 2,980 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gordano School St Mary's Road , Portishead BS20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 5,348 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenswood School Pound Lane , Nailsea BS48 2NN | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School Fairfield Way , Backwell BS48 3PD | - not rated | 3,653 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downs Preparatory School Charlton Drive , Wraxall BS48 1PF | - not rated | 4,649 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Corner House | 10a Colliers Walk | 775 yd | |
| Greggs | 15 Colliers Walk | 806 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Ltd | 5 Somerset Square | 846 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | 1b Somerset Square | 846 yd | |
| Cafe 119 | 119 Station Road | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nailsea Social Club | 15 Chapel Barton | 336 yd | |
| White Lion (The) | 13 Silver Street | 362 yd | |
| Mizzymead Recreation Centre | Mizzymead Rise | 396 yd | |
| Moorend Spout | 1 Union Street | 415 yd | |
| Glassmaker (The) | 13 Crown Glass Place | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noggins Old Fish Bar. | 24 Silver Street | 241 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 16 Crown Glass Place | 767 yd | |
| Kebab Kitchen | 8-9 Crown Glass Place | 850 yd | |
| Nailsea Indian Cottage | 53 High Street | 1,016 yd | |
| Nailsea Fish Bar | 128 High Street | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nailsea Theatre Club | 6 Union Street | 421 yd | |
| Tesco | Stock Way North | 593 yd | |
| Southern Co-Operative | Hannah More Road | 606 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 1-3 Crown Glass Place | 833 yd | |
| Superdrug Stores Ltd | 1 Somerset Square | 846 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mizzymead Recreation Centre & Social Club MIZZYMEAD RISE | indoor bowls, tennis courts | 505 yd |
| Grove Junior School WHITE OAK WAY | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Nailsea And Tickenham Football Club NAILSEA TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB NAILSEA TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB FRYTH WAY | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| Grove Sports Club St. Marys Grove | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Ravenswood School POUND LANE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Nailsea School MIZZYMEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,060 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 | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 285.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.