BristolBS16
South Gloucestershire · South West
BS16 has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 2.5% in property prices, whilst rental values have expanded at 7.0% annually over the same period. The district sits at the 70th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 53.6, indicating above-median market momentum. Population has grown 1.5% over five years, placing it in the active gentrification stage. The rental-to-price growth differential suggests rental yields have outpaced capital appreciation, which may appeal to income-focused investors. However, the modest price growth rate warrants consideration against broader market conditions and individual investment objectives.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.5% per year
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What's changing in Bristol · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.9 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by safety.
141 planning applications submitted in BS16 over the last six months, including 4 new build residential schemes proposing 60 homes, 12 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Application for approval of details reserved by condition 9 (Renewables - ASHP) of permission 25/11001/X - Application for removal or variation of condition nos. 2 (CMP), 3 (Further details), 5 (Remediation Scheme), 7 (Broadband),10 (Energy sustainability) & 20 (List of Approved plans) following the grant of planning permission 21/05691/F - Erection of 15 flats, with parking spaces and ancillary works and including provision for cycle, refuse and recycling storage. Major.Apr 2026 · pending
- Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (Samples) & 8 (Landscaping Scheme) of permission 21/05691/F - Erection of 15 flats, with parking spaces and ancillary works and including provision for cycle, refuse and recycling storage.Mar 2026 · pending
- Non-material amendment following grant of Planning Permission 21/05691/F (Erection of 15 flats, with parking spaces and ancillary works and including provision for cycle, refuse and recycling storage.)Mar 2026 · pending
Bristol (BS16) common questions
Is Bristol up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Bristol (BS16) as Active. Its trajectory score is 53/100 (Strong), in the top 34% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Bristol safe?
Bristol has a safety score of 48/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Bristol?
The average property price in Bristol (BS16) is £344k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Bristol?
The median monthly rent in Bristol (BS16) is £1,443 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Bristol?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Bristol (BS15), Lydney (GL15), Bristol (BS3), Bristol (BS6), Drybrook (GL17). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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