Hill Drive is in Failand, Bristol and in Bristol district. BS8 3UX 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 Hill Drive, Failand, Bristol, BS8 3UX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS8 3UR, BS8 3UY, BS8 3UQ, BS8 3UU, BS8 3UH, BS8 3UG, BS8 3UJ, BS8 3UT, BS8 3XA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS8 3UX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.4% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.6% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 BS8 3UX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.1% 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 | 16.3% | 19.8% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 62.1% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 17.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 11.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.8% | 50.1% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33.8% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 12% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 15.8% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 7.4% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 12.8% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 11.7% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 42.6% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 8.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.8% | 95.4% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 94.8% | 91.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 91.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 7.5% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Drive was 32.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.7% lower than the Gordano Valley average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Hill Drive has the 20th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gordano Valley and the 268th lowest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morphany Hill Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2025-02-05 | £613,087 |
| 17 Hill Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £588,000 | 2023-12-19 | £598,242 |
| 16 Hill Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2022-02-11 | £628,070 |
| 5 Hill Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-09-08 | £747,914 |
| 21 Hill Drive, Bristol, North Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2021-08-27 | £902,727 |
BS8 3UX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 3UX 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 BS8 3UX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School Station Road , Flax Bourton BS48 1UA | 4out of 4 | 2,407 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birdwell Primary School Hollis Close , Long Ashton BS41 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,765 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northleaze Church of England Primary School Brook Close , Long Ashton BS41 9NG | 3out of 4 | 3,301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wraxall Church of England Primary School Bristol Road , Wraxall BS48 1LB | 3out of 4 | 3,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crockerne Church of England Primary School Westward Drive , Pill BS20 0JP | 3out of 4 | 4,389 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Katherine's School Pill Road , Ham Green BS20 0HU | 2out of 4 | 4,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Park School Blackmoor's Lane , Bower Ashton BS3 2JL | 3out of 4 | 4,617 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Backwell School Station Road , Backwell BS48 3BX | 4out of 4 | 4,651 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nailsea School Mizzymead Road , Nailsea BS48 2HN | 3out of 4 | 5,120 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Downs Preparatory School Charlton Drive , Wraxall BS48 1PF | - not rated | 3,761 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School Fairfield Way , Backwell BS48 3PD | - not rated | 4,017 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Failand Inn | Failand Inn, Clevedon Road | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeths Hospital School Playing Fields CLEVEDON ROAD | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Bristol Cricket Club Clevedon Road | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Bristol Grammar School Playing Fields PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD CLEVEDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,058 yd |
| Stirratt Pitch NORTH LONGWOOD NORTH LONGWOOD BEGGAR BUSH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.