Knoll Hill is in Bristol and in Bristol district. BS9 1RU is located in the Stoke Bishop 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 Knoll Hill, Bristol, BS9 1RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS9 1QX, BS9 1QZ, BS9 1QU, BS9 1RA, BS9 1QY, BS9 1PL, BS9 1FL, BS9 1QR, BS9 1RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BS9 1RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.5% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.5% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 34.8% | 30.4% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.8% | 43.3% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 12.3% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 12.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 40.7% | 49% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 31.8% | -9.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 13.6% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 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 BS9 1RU this area, 8% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 8% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5% | 8.5% | 3.5% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 10.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 6.3% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 11.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 63.2% | 54% | -9.2% | 33.8% | 20.2% |
| Other | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.3% | 87.4% | -8.9% | 81.4% | 6.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 79.4% 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 | 87.9% | 79.4% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 8% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 9% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.4% | 79.4% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 10.6% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.9% | 1% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3% | 13.5% | -10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knoll Hill was 1009.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1437.6% higher than the Stoke Bishop average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Knoll Hill has the highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Stoke Bishop and the 16th highest crime rate of 1,352 local areas in Bristol, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 228.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 63.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Towerleaze Knoll Hill, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2025-05-02 | £447,625 |
| 17 Towerleaze Knoll Hill, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-08-24 | £407,347 |
| 1 Towerleaze Knoll Hill, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £344,000 | 2022-12-19 | £340,587 |
| 3 Towerleaze Knoll Hill, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-11-04 | £404,328 |
| 2 Towerleaze Knoll Hill, Bristol, City Of Bristol Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £332,500 | 2021-08-31 | £365,055 |
BS9 1RU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BS9 1RU 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 | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 28 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 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 | 4,485 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 | 4,986 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 | 5,175 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 | 5,211 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Filton Avenue Nursery School Blakeney Road , Horfield BS7 0DL | 4out of 4 | 5,401 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Bishop Church of England Primary School Cedar Park , Stoke Bishop BS9 1BW | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sea Mills Primary School Riverleaze , Sea Mills BS9 2HL | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmlea Infant School Elmlea Avenue , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3UU | 4out of 4 | 1,956 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Johns Church of England Primary School, Clifton Worrall Road , Clifton BS8 2UH | 4out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmlea Junior School The Dell , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3UF | 4out of 4 | 2,016 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redland Green School Redland Court Road , Redland BS6 7EH | 4out of 4 | 2,832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotham School Cotham Lawn Road , Cotham BS6 6DT | 3out of 4 | 3,191 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Brightstowe Penpole Lane , Shirehampton BS11 0EB | 3out of 4 | 3,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier High School Cheltenham Road , BS6 5RD | 4out of 4 | 3,839 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 3,864 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 | 1,714 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torwood House School 8, 27-29, Durdham Park , Redland BS6 6XA | - not rated | 1,939 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton College Guthrie Road , Clifton BS8 3EZ | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bristol International College 8 Durham Park , Bristol BS6 6XA | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Badminton School Westbury Road , Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA | - not rated | 2,246 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refreshments in the Holmes | University of Bristol Botanic Garden, Stoke Park Road | 1,082 yd | |
| University of Bristol Churchill Hall and Bar | Churchill Hall, Stoke Park Road | 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.