Kingsmead is in Nailsea, Bristol and in Woodspring district. BS48 2XJ is located in the Nailsea Yeo electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsmead, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 2XJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS48 2AT, BS48 2XG, BS48 2BE, BS48 2XQ, BS48 2BG, BS48 2XH, BS48 2AQ, BS48 2XE, BS48 2XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BS48 2XJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 46.1% | 49.3% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 53.9% | 50.7% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BS48 2XJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.5% | 23.3% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 57.5% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 13.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 7.9% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.3%) 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 | 44.1% | 48.1% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 39.2% | -6.2% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 9.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 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 | 12.6% | 10% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 9.2% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 23.8% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37% | 33.9% | -3.1% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.9% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.6% | 97.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsmead was 13.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.4% lower than the Nailsea West End average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingsmead has the 5th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Nailsea West End and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Kingsmead, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-08-04 | £448,645 |
| 38 Kingsmead, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-08-08 | £406,135 |
| 47 Kingsmead, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-05-31 | £469,874 |
| 51 Kingsmead, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-09-14 | £483,268 |
| 33 Kingsmead, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £403,500 | 2021-06-04 | £471,938 |
BS48 2XJ 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 2XJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingshill Church School Pound Lane , BS48 2NP | 3out of 4 | 602 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Junior School Whiteoak Way , BS48 4YZ | 3out of 4 | 1,299 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hannah More Infant School White Oak Way , BS48 4YZ | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tickenham Church of England Primary School 174 Clevedon Road , Tickenham BS21 6RG | 3out of 4 | 1,727 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Golden Valley Primary School Nailsea Park , Nailsea BS48 1BB | 4out of 4 | 1,888 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 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Backwell School Station Road , Backwell BS48 3BX | 4out of 4 | 3,504 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gordano School St Mary's Road , Portishead BS20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 4,949 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevedon School Valley Road , BS21 6AH | 4out of 4 | 5,336 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 | 794 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School Fairfield Way , Backwell BS48 3PD | - not rated | 4,156 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downs Preparatory School Charlton Drive , Wraxall BS48 1PF | - not rated | 4,596 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 | 1,072 yd | |
| Well Cafe (The) | 85 Southfield Road | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion (The) | 13 Silver Street | 209 yd | |
| Moorend Spout | 1 Union Street | 353 yd | |
| Nailsea Social Club | 15 Chapel Barton | 382 yd | |
| Nailsea & Backwell Rugby Club | Nailsea Rugby Club, West End Park | 766 yd | |
| Mizzymead Recreation Centre | Mizzymead Rise | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noggins Old Fish Bar. | 24 Silver Street | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nailsea Theatre Club | 6 Union Street | 444 yd | |
| Southern Co-Operative | Hannah More Road | 654 yd | |
| Tesco | Stock Way North | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nailsea And Tickenham Football Club NAILSEA TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB NAILSEA TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB FRYTH WAY | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Ravenswood School POUND LANE | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Mizzymead Recreation Centre & Social Club MIZZYMEAD RISE | indoor bowls, tennis courts | 944 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 195 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.