Rownham Hill is in Leigh Woods, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS8 3PU is located in the Long Ashton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rownham Hill, Leigh Woods, Bristol, BS8 3PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS8 3PT, BS8 3DS, BS8 3PS, BS8 3PE, BS8 3PA, BS8 3PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BS8 3PU is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 49.1% | 46.7% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 53.3% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 | 27.9% | 38% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.7% | 44.2% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 12.3% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 3.7% | -5.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 (91.8%) 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 | 52.1% | 62.1% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 13.7% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 29.7% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 5.1% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -7.6% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 3PU this area, 5.6% 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 71.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.8% | 5.6% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 4.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 8% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 5.3% | -4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 9.9% | -3.0% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.5% | 71.6% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 37.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 92.4% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 90.8% | 88.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 6.1% | 4.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 88.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.2% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 1% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rownham Hill was 24.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% lower than the Gordano Valley average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Rownham Hill has the 16th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gordano Valley and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rownham House Rownham Hill, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £2,250,000 | 2022-04-20 | £2,389,572 |
| Amberwell House Rownham Hill, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £1,537,500 | 2021-06-25 | £1,798,277 |
| 3 Rownham Hill, Bristol, North Somerset Other, an established residential building | £2,500 | 2020-04-03 | £2,933 |
| Treehaven Rownham Hill, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £1,235,000 | 2018-01-04 | £1,607,280 |
| Rownham House Rownham Hill, Bristol, North Somerset Other, an established residential building | £1,650,000 | 2017-12-20 | £1,935,460 |
BS8 3PU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BS8 3PU 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 | 68 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe Childrens Centre and Maintained Nursery School Spencer House , Ship Lane BS1 6RR | 4out of 4 | 3,353 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 | 3,869 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 | 4,015 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle West Early Years Centre Leinster Avenue , Knowle BS4 1NN | 3out of 4 | 4,264 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philips Marsh Nursery School and Barton Hill Childrens Centre/Cashmore Early Years Centre Albert Crescent , St Philip's Marsh BS2 0SU | 3out of 4 | 4,806 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotwells Primary School Hope Chapel Hill , BS8 4ND | 2out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School Royal Park , Clifton BS8 3AW | 3out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Gate Primary School Ashton Gate Road , BS3 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Vale Primary School Avebury Road , Ashton Vale BS3 2QG | 3out of 4 | 2,184 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luckwell Primary School Luckwell Road , Bedminster BS3 3ET | 1out of 4 | 2,266 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Park School Blackmoor's Lane , Bower Ashton BS3 2JL | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Cathedral Choir School College Square , BS1 5TS | 4out of 4 | 2,384 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotham School Cotham Lawn Road , Cotham BS6 6DT | 3out of 4 | 2,715 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green School Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EH | 4out of 4 | 3,364 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School Somerset Square , BS1 6RT | 4out of 4 | 3,406 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,062 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchants' Academy Gatehouse Avenue , Withywood BS13 9AJ | 1out of 4 | 5,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton High School College Road , BS8 3JD | - not rated | 1,339 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton College Guthrie Road , Clifton BS8 3EZ | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth's Hospital Berkeley Place , Clifton BS8 1JX | - not rated | 1,803 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave School The Willows , 159 Four Acres BS13 8RA | - not rated | 2,231 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol Grammar School University Road , BS8 1SR | - not rated | 2,250 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah's | 1 Brunel Lock Road | 684 yd | |
| Sandwi | The Create Centre, Smeaton Road | 817 yd | |
| Giggling Squid | 34 Princess Victoria Street | 825 yd | |
| The Ivy | 42-44 Caledonia Place | 826 yd | |
| Emperor Court | 26 Portland Street | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Portcullis | 3 Wellington Terrace | 569 yd | |
| Rose of Denmark | Rose Of Denmark, 6 Dowry Place | 754 yd | |
| The Bristol Fringe | 32 Princess Victoria Street | 825 yd | |
| Bristol Bridge Club | Grenville Hall, Oldfield Road | 864 yd | |
| The Bear | The Bear Hotel, 261 Hotwell Road | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Village Fish Bar | 4 Princess Victoria Street | 975 yd | |
| Gert Lush | 9a Regent Street | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 23-27 Princess Victoria Street | 906 yd | |
| Co-op | 3a Princess Victoria Street | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Long Ashton ASHTON COURT | cycling | 860 yd |
| Ashton Court Golf Course ABBOTS LEIGH ROAD | golf | 923 yd |
| The Clanage THE J W BUDD PAVILION THE J W BUDD PAVILION CLANAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 969 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.