Bristol Close is in Grantham and in South Kesteven district. NG31 8SL is located in the Grantham Barrowby Gate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Grantham and Stamford. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bristol Close, Grantham, NG31 8SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG31 8RX, NG31 8SN, NG31 8SQ, NG31 8SJ, NG31 8SF, NG31 7EF, NG31 8SH, NG31 7EQ, NG31 8RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG31 8SL 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 | 53.2% | 50.4% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.6% | 2.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.2% | 28.5% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.6% | 50.2% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 13% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6.3% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 42.8% | 44.2% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 35.5% | -6.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 15.6% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 20.5% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 14.2% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 13.4% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 11.3% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 19.2% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 6.8% | 4.6% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 95.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 91.4% | 92.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 92.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0.7% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bristol Close was 21.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.5% lower than the Grantham Arnoldfield average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Bristol Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Grantham Arnoldfield and the 110th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Kesteven .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bristol Close, Grantham, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-07-26 | £256,231 |
| 12 Bristol Close, Grantham, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2023-07-28 | £252,508 |
| 5 Bristol Close, Grantham, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-04-20 | £254,007 |
| 18 Bristol Close, Grantham, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2021-08-10 | £214,441 |
| 2 Bristol Close, Grantham, Lincolnshire Detached, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2021-06-18 | £275,309 |
NG31 8SL 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 NG31 8SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyndham Park Nursery School Hill Avenue , NG31 9BB | 4out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Isaac Newton Primary School Dysart Road , NG31 7DG | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Farm School Helmsley Road , NG31 8XF | - not rated | 972 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy Trent Road , NG31 7XQ | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gonerby Hill Foot Church of England Primary School Gonerby Road , Gonerby Hill Foot NG31 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntingtower Community Primary Academy Huntingtower Road , NG31 7AU | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy The Avenue , NG31 7PX | - not rated | 737 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School, Grantham Brook Street , NG31 6RP | 4out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Priory Ruskin Academy Rushcliffe Road , NG31 8ED | 4out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Academy Harlaxton Road , NG31 7JR | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School Sandon Road , NG31 9AU | 4out of 4 | 2,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grantham College Stonebridge Road , NG31 9AP | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambergate Sports College Dysart Road , NG31 7LP | 4out of 4 | 573 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley House School 1 Dudley Road , NG31 9AA | - not rated | 2,161 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grantham Sandon School Sandon Close , Sandon Road NG31 9AX | 4out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Alternative Academy Grantham New Beacon Road , NG31 9LD | - not rated | 2,836 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grantham Preparatory International School Gorse Lane , NG31 7UF | - not rated | 2,861 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grantham Meres Cafe | Grantham Meres Leisure Centre, Trent Road | 733 yd | |
| BaxterStorey – Grantham Book Services | Trent Road | 778 yd | |
| Grantham & District Indoor Bowling Club | Grantham & District Indoor Bowling Club, Trent Road | 778 yd | |
| The Gingerbread - GTFC Catering Ltd | South Kesteven Sports Stadium, Trent Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory | 159 Dysart Road | 444 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Grantham | Barrowby Road | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Pearl | 122 Dysart Road | 407 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 316 Dysart Road | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 176 Winchester Road | 88 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 161 Dysart Road | 444 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, Dysart Retail Park, Dysart Road | 1,000 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ambergate Sports College DYSART ROAD | grass pitches | 570 yd |
| The Isaac Newton Primary School DYSART ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| The West Grantham Academy St Hugh'S THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Oceans Health & Fitness DYSART ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 692 yd |
| Grantham Meres Leisure Centre TRENT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 749 yd |
| Grantham & District Indoor Bowls Club TRENT ROAD | indoor bowls | 786 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 2.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 4.05 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 4.05 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 0.89 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.