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Bristol, City of

About

Bristol is a city in the South West of England, known for its maritime history and cultural landmarks. It lies along the River Avon and has been a significant port since medieval times. The city is home to the Clifton Suspension Bridge, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and the SS Great Britain, a historic ship turned museum.

The city has a mix of historic and modern architecture, with areas like the Harbourside offering a blend of old docks and contemporary developments. Bristol is also known for its universities, including the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England. The city has a strong arts scene, with street art by artists like Banksy and annual events such as the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.

Area overview

On average Bristol, City of has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 133 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bristol, City of is £49,536 per year. There are 172 schools in Bristol, City of: 107 primary (16 Outstanding and 69 Good) and 25 secondary (1 Outstanding and 18 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

133

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

18.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Bristol, City of

Based on 5,009 recent sales, the median property price is £350,000 in Bristol, City of area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,500 up to £3,950,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	215	£544,330	£308,500	£420,000	£850,000	£1,682,833
Flats	1,559	£262,500	£140,000	£210,000	£342,250	£545,000
Semi-Detached	1,074	£370,000	£246,300	£308,250	£510,000	£961,875
Terraced	2,161	£380,000	£235,000	£315,000	£465,000	£730,605

10 years price trend in Bristol, City of

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail