Upper Belgrave Road is in Bristol and in City Of Bristol district. BS8 2XW is located in the Clifton Down electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bristol West. This postcode has been in use since 2004-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Belgrave Road, Bristol, BS8 2XW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS8 2XN, BS8 2UB, BS8 2UA, BS8 2UX, BS8 2TZ, BS8 2XP, BS8 2UD, BS8 2YF, BS8 2YD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS8 2XW 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 | 48.7% | 51.7% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.3% | -3.0% | 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 BS8 2XW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.1% 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 | 60.4% | 62.1% | 1.7% | 37.9% | 24.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 30.9% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -13.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 5.1% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.2%) 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 | 68.9% | 58.7% | -10.2% | 48.4% | 10.3% |
| Good health | 24% | 32.5% | 8.5% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 5.3% | 7.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around BS8 2XW this area, 0.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 54.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -9.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 6.4% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 26.4% | 35.7% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 18.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.4% | 54.7% | -0.7% | 33.8% | 20.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 95% | 87.4% | -7.6% | 81.4% | 6.0% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 85.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 85.1% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 85.1% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 7.4% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.7% | 37.2% | 23.5% |
| Christian | 29.5% | 46.2% | -16.7% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Belgrave Road was 25.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.1% lower than the Clifton average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Upper Belgrave Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Clifton and the 184th lowest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 40 Upper Belgrave Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-08-30 | £507,630 |
| Flat 11 41 Upper Belgrave Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2020-10-23 | £480,351 |
| Flat 9 40 Upper Belgrave Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2018-07-06 | £350,071 |
| Flat 4 43 Upper Belgrave Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £435,500 | 2017-11-10 | £515,574 |
| Flat 4 43 Upper Belgrave Road, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £435,500 | 2017-11-10 | £515,574 |
BS8 2XW 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 student residents living in BS8 2XW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 72 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 39 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Nursery School & Children's Centre Little Bishop Street , St Paul's BS2 9JF | 4out of 4 | 2,732 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Nursery School and Children's Centre Haviland House , St Judes BS2 0DT | 4out of 4 | 3,266 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 | 3,482 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School Spencer House , Ship Lane BS1 6RR | 4out of 4 | 3,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,082 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton Worrall Road , Clifton BS8 2UH | 4out of 4 | 254 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Park School Bayswater Avenue , Westbury Park BS6 7NU | 4out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Peter and Paul RC Primary School Aberdeen Road , Redland BS6 6HY | 4out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotham Gardens Primary School 18 Cotham Grove , BS6 6AL | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School Royal Park , Clifton BS8 3AW | 3out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redland Green School Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EH | 4out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotham School Cotham Lawn Road , Cotham BS6 6DT | 3out of 4 | 1,486 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier High School Cheltenham Road , BS6 5RD | 4out of 4 | 2,078 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bristol Cathedral Choir School College Square , BS1 5TS | 4out of 4 | 2,677 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School Allfoxton Road , Horfield BS7 9NL | 3out of 4 | 3,484 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Bristol College St George's Road , Anchor Road BS1 5UA | - not rated | 2,570 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgrave School The Willows , 159 Four Acres BS13 8RA | - not rated | 283 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torwood House School 8, 27-29, Durdham Park , Redland BS6 6XA | - not rated | 484 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol International College 8 Durham Park , Bristol BS6 6XA | - not rated | 518 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Steiner School Redland Hill House , Redland Hill BS6 6UX | - not rated | 559 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton College Guthrie Road , Clifton BS8 3EZ | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piazza Di Roma | 178 Whiteladies Road | 124 yd | |
| Urban Kohinoor LTD | 211 Whiteladies Road | 189 yd | |
| Jozi | 3 Worrall Road | 190 yd | |
| Emzi | 3 Worrall Road | 190 yd | |
| COCO Clifton | 205 Whiteladies Road | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beaufort Arms Public House | 23 High Street | 91 yd | |
| Port of Call | 3 York Street | 126 yd | |
| Coaches and Horses | 2 Highland Square | 156 yd | |
| Kings Arms | The Kings Arms, 168 Whiteladies Road | 185 yd | |
| The Jersey Lily | The Jersey Lily, 193 Whiteladies Road | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earthy Goodness Kitchen | 3 Quarry Steps | 66 yd | |
| Miss Millies Fried Chicken | 166 Whiteladies Road | 185 yd | |
| Aromas Takeaway | 152 Whiteladies Road | 185 yd | |
| Fishers | 156 Whiteladies Road | 185 yd | |
| Mr Doner Bristol | 183 Whiteladies Road | 255 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Unit 17, Clifton Down Shopping Centre, Whiteladies Road | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Exercise Club - Clifton WHITELADIES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 205 yd |
| The Downs DOWNLEAZE | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Redland Green Club REDLAND GREEN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 784 yd |
| Clifton College Sports Centre GUTHRIE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 891 yd |
| University Of Bristol (Wills Hall) DOWNS COTTAGE DOWNS COTTAGE WILLS LANE | squash courts, tennis courts | 992 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.