Frenchay & Downend is a residential ward in South Gloucestershire, located northeast of Bristol. The area is characterised by a mix of suburban housing, green spaces, and local amenities. Frenchay is known for its historic village feel, with landmarks like Frenchay Park and the former Frenchay Hospital site. Downend offers a more bustling high street with shops, cafes, and community facilities. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A4174 ring road providing easy access to Bristol and surrounding areas.
The area includes several schools, parks, and sports clubs, catering to families and outdoor activities. Frenchay Common and Staple Hill Park are popular green spaces for recreation. Public transport links include bus routes to Bristol city centre and nearby towns. The ward has a mix of housing types, from period homes to modern developments, attracting a range of residents. Its proximity to Bristol and quieter suburban setting makes it a practical choice for commuters and families.
On average Frenchay & Downend has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Frenchay & Downend is £58,427 per year. There are 8 schools in Frenchay & Downend: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 180 recent sales, the median property price is £420,000 in Frenchay & Downend area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £940,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 47 | £565,000 |
| Flats | 35 | £220,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 50 | £454,000 |
| Terraced | 48 | £386,500 |
10 years price trend in Frenchay & Downend
BS165UR
Lincombe Road
BS166BH
Downend North
BS166ET
Horseshoe Lane
BS166LE
Greystones
BS166PZ
Four Acre Crescent
BS161LE
Frenchay Park Road
BS161NQ
Begbrook Park
BS162GD
Sage Road
BS162RY
Sunridge
BS162SZ
Grange Park
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Church View
BS166AA
Westerleigh Road
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Cleeve Lodge Close
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Heath Gardens
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Deanery Road
BS166LS
Queensholm Crescent
BS166PD
Four Acre Avenue
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Boscombe Crescent
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Sutherland Avenue
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Downend North
BS161NE
Beckspool Road
BS161NY
Grove Bank
BS161PF
Belfields Lane
BS161YA
Sinatra Way
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Northcote Road
BS166HL
Cave Close
BS166PL
Baugh Road
BS166PT
Four Acre Crescent
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Salisbury Road
BS165RY
Downend South
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Buckingham Gardens
BS165UP
Dial Lane
BS166FP
Cleeve Lawns
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Heath Court
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Cleeve Lawns
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Heath Walk
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Greenleaze Avenue
BS166PH
Baugh Road
BS166PN
Baugh Gardens
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Stanbridge Road
BS161LP
Cliff Court Drive
BS161NR
Harford Drive
BS161PS
Manor Place
BS161PZ
Malmains Drive
BS162FQ
Belsey Road
BS162SH
Cleeve Gardens
BS165DT
Downend Road
BS165RG
Salisbury Road
BS165UE
Croomes Hill
BS166BX
Badminton Road
BS166EF
Oakdale Close
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Cleeve Lawns
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.