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Shirehampton & Avonmouth

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About

Shirehampton and Avonmouth form the northwestern gateway to Bristol, situated where the city meets the River Severn estuary. The area is defined by the extensive industrial and port facilities of Avonmouth Docks, a major hub for cargo and logistics. Inland, the landscape transitions through the open green space of the Lamplighters Marsh local nature reserve towards the more residential streets of Shirehampton.

The community is anchored by Shirehampton High Street and the public gardens near the river. The area's history is closely tied to the port's development, with the early 20th-century Shirehampton Public Hall serving as a local landmark. The presence of the large chemical manufacturing plants and the Royal Portbury Dock on the opposite bank of the Avon are constant features of the horizon.

Area overview

On average Shirehampton & Avonmouth has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 105 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Shirehampton & Avonmouth is £45,837 per year. There are 3 schools in Shirehampton & Avonmouth: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Shirehampton & Avonmouth is home to around 10,251 people, with a population density of about 1,371.0 per km2.

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
105
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
18.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shirehampton & Avonmouth Population
10,251
Population density
1,371 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
51.31(+54%)
Anti-social behaviour
17.95(+20%)
Shoplifting
12.39(+87%)
Other theft
12.19(+117%)
Public order
12.1(+85%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,153
79.56%
Other White
1,143
11.15%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
114
1.11%
Indian
113
1.1%
Other
106
1.03%
Total population: 10,247

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,073
24.93%
No qualifications
1,961
23.58%
Level 3 (A level)
1,327
15.96%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,233
14.83%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
947
11.39%
Total 16+ residents: 8,315

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,333
31.3%
Owns outright
1,198
28.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
749
17.59%
Social rents from council
721
16.93%
Other social rented
149
3.5%
Total households: 4,259

Property prices in Shirehampton & Avonmouth

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Shirehampton & Avonmouth area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £530,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shirehampton & Avonmouth 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 Shirehampton & Avonmouth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached48£322,500
Detached3£365,000
Flats15£180,000
Terraced54£302,500

10 years median price trend in Shirehampton & Avonmouth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shirehampton & Avonmouth.

All postcodes in Shirehampton & Avonmouth

BS110BQ

The Ridge

BS110DY

Penpole Avenue

BS119PD

St Marys Road

BS119UL

St Bernards Road

BS119DL

Avonmouth Dock

BS110BB

Broadleaze

BS119XF

Dursley Road

BS119LP

Avonmouth Road

BS119RB

Corston Walk

BS119JR

Farr Street

BS119AQ

Gloucester Road

BS119EP

Richmond Villas

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.