About Old Down

Old Down is a village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the BS32 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. The village is surrounded by greenery, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and walks. The local community is served by a few essential amenities, including a primary school and a small shop. Nearby, you will find larger towns that offer a wider range of facilities and services. Old Down is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside or commute to nearby urban centres.

School Ratings in Old Down

Old Down is served by 48 schools. Almondsbury Church of England Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Old Down

Property prices average £605K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £471K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Old Down

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Old Down, with 43 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Old Down

Old Down falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Old Down

Most properties in Old Down can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,153 sales

Average Price £605K
£1K — £93.05M
Detached £471K 1,084
Semi £319K 566
Terraced £269K 969
Flat £182K 404

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
4 Secondary
12 Other
Tockington Manor School 0.6 miles Olveston Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Two Bridges Academy 0.9 miles Marlwood School Secondary Good 1 miles St Helen's Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Thornbury Children's Centre 2.2 miles Gillingstool Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Almondsbury Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.3 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Thornbury Primary 2.3 miles The Castle School Secondary 2.5 miles Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Thornbury Primary Good 2.6 miles New Siblands School Outstanding 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Old Down IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Old Down among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,613 Children (0-15) 19%
22,873 Working Age 66%
7,042 Older (60+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Old Down 386 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Old Down 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.

176 Violence & Sexual Offences
43 Anti-Social Behaviour
43 Public Order
28 Criminal Damage & Arson
28 Shoplifting
17 Other Theft
16 Burglary
9 Drugs
9 Vehicle Crime
9 Other Crime
4 Weapons
3 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Severn Vale and Pilning
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

Patchway Train Station 3.7 miles
Pilning Train Station 3.9 miles
Severn Beach Train Station 5 miles
Yate Train Station 5.8 miles
St Andrews Road Train Station 8 miles
Stapleton Road Train Station 8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lower Hazel 0.6 miles Olveston 0.6 miles Elberton 0.9 miles Rudgeway 0.9 miles Tockington 0.9 miles Alveston Down 0.9 miles Woodhouse Down 1.2 miles Alveston 1.4 miles Awkley 1.8 miles Ingst 1.9 miles Almondsbury 2 miles Kington 2 miles

Local Government

District South Gloucestershire
Ward Bradley Stoke North
Constituency Filton and Bradley Stoke
Parish Bradley Stoke
Region South West

Streets in BS32 30 shown View all streets

Acer Crescent 1 Alveston Road 1 Apseleys Mead 3 Arden Close 1 Ash Lane 2 Ash Ridge Road 4 Atwell Close 1 Awkley Lane 1 Aztec West 2 Badgers Close 1 Badgers Lane 4 Baileys Court 1 Baileys Court Road 1 Batt Close 1 Berkeley Mead 1 Bishop's Wood 1 Blackthorn Drive 1 Boursland Close 1 Brackendene 2 Bradley Stoke Way 1 Brake Close 1 Breaches Gate 2 Broad Croft 1 Brook Way 3 Bullens Close 1 Burden Close 1 Camellia Drive 1 Campion Drive 2 Carter Walk 2 Champs Sur Marne 3

Postcodes in BS32 50 shown View all postcodes

BS32 0AH BS32 0AJ BS32 0AL BS32 0AN BS32 0AP BS32 0BA BS32 0BB BS32 0BD BS32 0BE BS32 0BF BS32 0BG BS32 0BH BS32 0BJ BS32 0BL BS32 0BN BS32 0BP BS32 0BQ BS32 0BR BS32 0BS BS32 0BT BS32 0BU BS32 0BW BS32 0BX BS32 0BY BS32 0BZ BS32 0DA BS32 0DB BS32 0DE BS32 0DF BS32 0DG BS32 0DJ BS32 0DL BS32 0DP BS32 0DQ BS32 0DR BS32 0DS BS32 0DT BS32 0DU BS32 0DW BS32 0DX BS32 0DY BS32 0DZ BS32 0EA BS32 0EB BS32 0ED BS32 0EE BS32 0EF BS32 0EG BS32 0EH BS32 0EJ