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Downend North

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About

Downend North is a residential area in South Gloucestershire, located northeast of Bristol. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and commuters. The nearby Frome Valley Walkway offers green space for walking and cycling.

Transport links are convenient, with easy access to the M4 and M32 motorways, as well as regular bus services to Bristol. Downend North has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and clubs. The area is served by several primary and secondary schools, making it popular with families. Quiet streets and proximity to larger towns like Kingswood and Fishponds add to its appeal.

Area overview

On average Downend North has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Downend North is £62,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Downend North: 4 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
25
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Downend North Population
6,219
Population density
4,177.8 per km²

Demographics

British
5,577
89.65%
Other White
164
2.64%
Indian
95
1.53%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
56
0.9%
White and Asian (mixed)
43
0.69%
Total population: 6,221

Housing

Owns outright
1,219
49.92%
Owns with a mortgage
991
40.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
129
5.28%
Other social rented
57
2.33%
Other forms of private rent
28
1.15%
Total households: 2,442

Property prices in Downend North

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £460,500 in Downend North area, with individual transactions ranging from £175,000 up to £820,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£565,000
Flats2£180,000
Semi-Detached30£450,000
Terraced20£422,500

10 years price trend in Downend North

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.