Gilray Close is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS7 9TH is located in the Lockleaze electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol North West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gilray Close, Bristol, BS7 9TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS7 9TW, BS7 9TQ, BS7 9TJ, BS7 9TL, BS7 9TF, BS7 9SU, BS7 9UD, BS7 9UE, BS7 9UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS7 9TH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 51.7% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48.3% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BS7 9TH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 57.3% | 60.1% | 2.8% | 37.9% | 22.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.3% | 17.6% | 4.3% | 44.2% | -26.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 7% | 4.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 17.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.3% | 39.1% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 24.6% | -11.0% | 33.6% | -9.0% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 17.9% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 14% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 10.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 | 40.6% | 23.5% | -17.1% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 10.7% | -9.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 14.1% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.7% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.8% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 28.9% | 16.3% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 10.3% | 13.9% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 11.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.6% | 13.3% | 8.7% | 1.0% | 12.3% |
| Other Black | 8.6% | 2.8% | -5.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 63.2% | 58.9% | -4.3% | 81.4% | -22.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 72.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 72.5% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5.6% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 9.2% | 6.2% | -3.0% | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.6% | 9.6% | 5.0% | 1.3% | 8.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.9% | 70.5% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 19.1% | 19.1% | 9.8% | 9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.5% | 7.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0.5% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.9% | 76.7% | -12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Muslim | 13.8% | 6.5% | 7.3% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilray Close was 720.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 269.4% higher than the Lockleaze average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gilray Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Lockleaze and the 32nd highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 363.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Gilray Close, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-03-22 | £165,349 |
| 8 Gilray Close, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2006-11-20 | £78,928 |
| 12 Gilray Close, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £37,500 | 2002-04-12 | £110,074 |
BS7 9TH 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 | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 13 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 897 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Werburghs Park Nursery School Glenfrome Road , St Werburgh's BS2 9UX | 3out of 4 | 1,929 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Nursery School Johnsons Road , Whitehall BS5 9AT | 3out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls Nursery School & Children's Centre Little Bishop Street , St Paul's BS2 9JF | 4out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hayes Nursery School Symington Road , Fishponds BS16 2LL | 3out of 4 | 3,309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Park Primary School Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | 3out of 4 | 137 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Avenue Primary School Lockleaze Road , Horfield BS7 9RP | 2out of 4 | 902 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenfrome Primary School Cottisford Road , Eastville BS5 6TY | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Down Primary School Downend Road , Horfield BS7 9PD | 3out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallscourt Farm Academy Long Down Avenue , Stoke Gifford BS16 1GE | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy Romney Avenue , Lockleaze BS7 9BY | - not rated | 134 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School Allfoxton Road , Horfield BS7 9NL | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard School Bristol Filton Road , Horfield BS7 0XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,899 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Metropolitan Academy Snowdon Road , Fishponds BS16 2HD | 3out of 4 | 2,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier High School Cheltenham Road , BS6 5RD | 4out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Gloucestershire and Stroud College Filton Avenue , BS34 7AT | - not rated | 3,536 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 5,262 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colston's School Colston's School , Stapleton BS16 1BJ | - not rated | 1,053 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of the West of England, Bristol Coldharbour Lane , Frenchay BS16 1QY | - not rated | 2,149 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthias Academy Alexandra Park , Fishponds BS16 2BG | 3out of 4 | 2,404 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Hospital Education Service Falkland Road , Montpelier BS6 5JL | 4out of 4 | 2,413 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claremont School Henleaze Park , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 4LR | 3out of 4 | 2,906 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boing! Bristol CIC | Unit 1, Fedden Buildings, Gainsborough Square | 504 yd | |
| Park One Coffee and Kitchen | 1 Park Road | 841 yd | |
| National Food Service Bristol | Street Record, Bonnington Walk | 913 yd | |
| Lockleaze Coffee shop | Lockleaze Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stapleton Cricket Club | Stapleton Cricket Club, Park Road | 900 yd | |
| Masons Arms | Masons Arms, 124 Park Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | 1 Gainsborough Square | 625 yd | |
| Kimling | 214 Dovercourt Road | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Petherbridge Way | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stock Park Primary School ROMNEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 179 yd |
| Colston'S School BELL HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 943 yd |
| Muller Road Playing Fields MULLER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,057 yd |
| Lockleaze School (Closed) Hogarth Walk | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 63 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.