Moving to Bristol (BS15)

Bristol, City of · South Gloucestershire

Planning a move to BS15? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Bristol area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Bristol. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Bristol

Based on 980 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in BS15 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£300,000
Average Price (all types)£307,234

By Property Type

Detached£464,000 (71 sales)
Semi-Detached£331,300 (302 sales)
Terraced£297,000 (419 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£182,250 (160 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Bristol

As with many well-connected urban areas, Bristol sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

BS15 Total Crimes (13 months)5,319
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average102% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences2,134 (130% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour688 (62% above avg)
Public Order500 (176% above avg)
Vehicle Crime249 (87% above avg)
Shoplifting474 (116% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson355 (86% above avg)
Burglary247 (157% above avg)
Other Theft329 (89% above avg)
Drugs120 (29% above avg)
Robbery68 (89% above avg)
Theft from Person14 (71% below avg)
Bicycle Theft15 (35% below avg)
Possession of Weapons29 (near avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Bristol

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Bristol, council tax is managed by South Gloucestershire. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1700.39
B£40,001 – £52,000£1983.79
C£52,001 – £68,000£2267.19
D£68,001 – £88,000£2550.59
E£88,001 – £120,000£3117.39
F£120,001 – £160,000£3684.19
G£160,001 – £320,000£4250.98
H£320,001+£5101.18

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Bristol

63.2 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the BS15 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)25

Green Spaces in Bristol

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in BS15 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

99% of residential postcodes in BS15 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Bristol

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the BS15 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)2
Primary2
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Bristol

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for BS15 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

58.3 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the BS15 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.6%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)85.6%
Gigabit capable85.6%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Bristol

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for BS15 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties10029

Homes in BS15 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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