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About

Clifton ward encompasses a central portion of the wider Clifton district, situated directly to the west of Bristol's city centre. The area is defined by its elevated position overlooking the Avon Gorge, with the Clifton and Durdham Downs forming a significant expanse of open grassland. Georgian and Victorian architecture is prevalent throughout its residential streets, contributing to its formal and established character. The ward functions as a residential and academic hub, with the University of Bristol's main precinct located within its boundaries.

The Clifton Suspension Bridge, a defining landmark, spans the gorge at the ward's western edge, connecting to Leigh Woods. This engineering feat, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, is an active transport route and a focal point for the area. Clifton Village, centred around The Mall and Princess Victoria Street, serves as a local commercial and social nucleus with independent shops and eateries. The ward's topography and preserved built environment create a distinct sense of place within the city.

Area overview

On average Clifton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clifton is £70,158 per year. There are 4 schools in Clifton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Clifton is home to around 13,022 people, with a population density of about 7,611.6 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
89
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Clifton Population
13,022
Population density
7,611.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
37.24(+12%)
Vehicle crime
13.13(+353%)
Anti-social behaviour
12.29(-18%)
Other theft
9.29(+65%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.14(+25%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,677
74.31%
Other White
1,300
9.98%
Chinese
297
2.28%
White and Asian (mixed)
219
1.68%
Indian
203
1.56%
Total population: 13,022

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
7,116
59.87%
Level 3 (A level)
3,018
25.39%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
737
6.2%
No qualifications
440
3.7%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
276
2.32%
Total 16+ residents: 11,885

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,566
45.29%
Owns outright
1,351
23.84%
Owns with a mortgage
1,097
19.36%
Social rents from council
245
4.32%
Other social rented
238
4.2%
Total households: 5,666

Property prices in Clifton

Based on 173 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Clifton area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £2,700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Clifton in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Clifton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached7£1,075,000
Terraced31£845,000
Detached4£1,175,000
Flats131£385,000

10 years median price trend in Clifton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Clifton.

All postcodes in Clifton

BS84RG

Ambra Terrace

BS84SP

Hotwell Road

BS84PJ

Cornwallis Crescent

BS84EZ

Mortimer Road

BS84HA

Merchants Road

BS81AB

Richmond Terrace

BS84DP

The Mall

BS81DU

Jacobs Wells Road

BS83AN

Royal Park

BS84TR

Church Lane

BS84JY

Royal York Crescent

BS84JX

Royal York Crescent

BS83JT

Harley Place

BS83HN

Clifton Park Road

BS84NS

Hinton Lane

BS84AJ

Rodney Cottages

BS83NW

Clifton

BS83HE

The Avenue

BS83HP

College Fields

BS84JW

Royal York Crescent

BS84LW

Windsor Terrace

BS84PA

Polygon Road

BS83DR

Pembroke Road

BS81FF

Constitution Hill

BS84JD

Portland Street

BS84TY

Old School Lane

BS83EH

Worcester Terrace

BS81JR

Park Place

BS83GF

The Avenue

BS84LZ

Cumberland Place

BS84LN

York Gardens

BS84NW

Granby Hill

BS83EF

Pembroke Road

BS81JP

Park Place

BS84JH

Portland Street

BS89LE

Clifton

BS81AQ

Clifton Road

BS84DR

The Mall

BS84EJ

Saville Place

BS83BU

Clifton Park

BS84JZ

Royal York Crescent

BS83DG

Vyvyan Terrace

BS84PX

Clifton Vale Close

BS84JF

Gloucester Street

BS84PN

Glendale

BS84RJ

Ambrose Road

BS83AH

Kensington Place

BS89HY

Clifton Road

BS83NH

Clifton

BS84SL

Dowry Square

BS81DX

Jacobs Wells Road

BS84LS

Granby Hill

BS84TH

Worlds End Lane

BS84NG

Hotwell Road

BS81LL

Queen's Road

BS84TT

Southernhay Crescent

BS84HD

Merchants Road

BS81JL

Meridian Place

BS84NU

Hotwell Road

BS83EP

Guthrie Road

BS83DD

Belgrave Place

BS83LP

Norland Road

BS84AG

Clifton Down Road

BS84RN

Ambra Vale South

BS83HG

The Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.