Avonmouth on the map

Avonmouth built-up area

Built-up area14.3 km² (5.5 sq mi)

Location in BristolAvonmouth sits where the marker shows within the county.

18,757
Population
7,458
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£45,385
Avg. household income
714
Businesses
1,014
People per km²
Create a free area profile for AvonmouthDownload or embed an infographic of these statistics →

About Avonmouth

Avonmouth is a district located in the city of Bristol, within the county of Gloucestershire, in England. It lies on the northern bank of the River Avon, where the river meets the Bristol Channel. The area is known for its industrial heritage, with a long history of shipbuilding and dock operations. Today, Avonmouth is home to a variety of commercial and logistics businesses, including the Avonmouth Docks, which remain active for freight and cargo handling. The postcode area BS11 covers the locality, and the district is well connected by road and rail, including the M5 motorway and the Avonmouth Bridge. While much of the area has been redeveloped, some historic buildings and structures remain, reflecting its maritime past. The nearby Avonmouth Nature Reserve offers a green space for walking and wildlife observation.

School Ratings in Avonmouth

Avonmouth is served by 102 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Avonmouth

Property prices average £434K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £263K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Avonmouth

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Avonmouth, with 36 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Avonmouth

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Avonmouth is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Healthcare in Avonmouth

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Avonmouth, the nearest being Primary Care Gynaecology Service (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Avonmouth

Dig deeper into the area around Avonmouth with our free postcode tools.

Food Hygiene Ratings Hygiene scores for cafes, takeaways and shops Nearest GP Surgery Find the GP surgeries closest to a postcode Compare Areas Put two areas head to head House Prices Recent sale prices and trends

Property Prices 2,160 sales

Average Price £434K
£195 , £166.11M
Detached £424K 87
Semi £272K 690
Terraced £263K 859
Flat £167K 346

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

57 Primary
11 Secondary
34 Other
Good 5
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BS11 postcode area.

Nova Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Avonmouth Children's Centre Inadequate 0.2 miles Avonmouth Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.2 miles Shirehampton Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Bernard's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Oasis Academy Brightstowe Secondary 0.7 miles Long Cross Children's Centre 0.8 miles Oasis Academy Long Cross Primary Good 0.8 miles Pill Library & Children's Centre 1 miles Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Bristol Primary Good 1 miles Kingsweston School Not applicable 1.1 miles Crockerne Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Avonmouth ONS 2023

The average total household income in Avonmouth is approximately £45,385 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,235. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Avonmouth £45,385
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,235.

Businesses in Avonmouth ONS 2025

There are approximately 714 active businesses based in Avonmouth, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 80% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

714 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 80%
Small, 10-49 16%
Medium, 50-249 4%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Avonmouth IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Avonmouth as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 15%
4,143 Children (0-15) 22%
11,887 Working Age 63%
2,726 Older (65+) 15%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Avonmouth 292 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Avonmouth is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 121
Anti-Social Behaviour 36
Other Theft 25
Public Order 25
Shoplifting 18
Criminal Damage & Arson 17
Burglary 15
Vehicle Crime 13
Other Crime 9
Drugs 6
Weapons 3
Robbery 3
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Avonmouth and Shirehampton
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Portway Park And Ride Train Station 0.3 miles
Avonmouth Train Station 0.7 miles
Shirehampton Train Station 0.7 miles
St Andrews Road Train Station 1.1 miles
Sea Mills Train Station 2 miles
Clifton Down Train Station 3.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shirehampton 0.6 miles Lodway 0.6 miles Pill 1.2 miles Lawrence Weston 1.4 miles Ham Green 1.4 miles Easton-in-Gordano 1.4 miles Coombe Dingle 1.9 miles Blaise Hamlet 2 miles Sea Mills 2 miles Sheepway 2 miles Sneyd Park 2.2 miles Portbury 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Bristol, City of
Ward Avonmouth & Lawrence Weston
Constituency Bristol North West
Parish Bristol, City of, unparished area
Region South West

Home Ownership in Avonmouth

Of the 7,615 households in and around Avonmouth, 52% are owned, 33% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 52% Social rented 33% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Avonmouth.

Frequently Asked Questions about Avonmouth

What is the population of Avonmouth?
Avonmouth has a population of approximately 18,757 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Avonmouth?
The average property in and around Avonmouth sold for about £433,517, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 24% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Avonmouth a deprived area?
Avonmouth sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Avonmouth?
Avonmouth is covered by the BS11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Avonmouth?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Avonmouth, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Avonmouth?
The nearest railway station to Avonmouth is Portway Park And Ride Train Station, about 0.3 miles away.

Streets in BS11 30 shown View all streets

Akeman Way 1 Alderdown Close 1 Antona Drive 2 Atwood Drive 4 Avonbridge Trading Estate 1 Avonmouth Dock 2 Avonmouth Road 20 Avonmouth Way 9 Avonmouth Way West 3 Avonwood Close 1 Awdelett Close 1 Aylminton Walk 2 Badenham Grove 2 Banfield Close 1 Bangrove Walk 1 Bank Road 1 Barracks Lane 2 Barrow Hill Crescent 2 Barrow Hill Road 3 Barrowmead Drive 6 Beachley Walk 1 Bellhouse Walk 1 Beverston Gardens 1 Boon Villas 1 Bradley Avenue 2 Bradley Crescent 7 Bristow Broadway 1 Broadlands Drive 12 Broadleaze 1 Brookthorpe Avenue 1

Postcodes in BS11 50 shown View all postcodes

BS11 0AA BS11 0AB BS11 0AD BS11 0AE BS11 0AF BS11 0AG BS11 0AH BS11 0AJ BS11 0AL BS11 0AN BS11 0AQ BS11 0AT BS11 0AU BS11 0AW BS11 0AX BS11 0AY BS11 0BB BS11 0BE BS11 0BG BS11 0BH BS11 0BJ BS11 0BL BS11 0BN BS11 0BQ BS11 0BS BS11 0BT BS11 0BU BS11 0BX BS11 0BY BS11 0BZ BS11 0DA BS11 0DB BS11 0DD BS11 0DE BS11 0DF BS11 0DG BS11 0DJ BS11 0DL BS11 0DN BS11 0DP BS11 0DR BS11 0DS BS11 0DT BS11 0DW BS11 0DX BS11 0DY BS11 0DZ BS11 0EA BS11 0EB BS11 0ED