About Winterbourne Down

Winterbourne Down is a village located in Gloucestershire, England, within the BS36 postcode area. It lies to the north of the River Frome and is part of the larger Winterbourne parish. The village features a mix of residential properties and green spaces, making it a pleasant area for local residents. The community is served by a primary school and various amenities, including a local shop and a few pubs. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Winterbourne Down is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, providing easy access to larger facilities and services while maintaining a village atmosphere.

School Ratings in Winterbourne Down

Winterbourne Down is served by 176 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Winterbourne Down

Property prices average £423K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £352K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Winterbourne Down

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Winterbourne Down, with 10 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Winterbourne Down

Winterbourne Down falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Winterbourne Down

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Winterbourne Down, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,066 sales

Average Price £423K
£800 — £19.55M
Detached £549K 746
Semi £352K 845
Terraced £318K 342
Flat £197K 43

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

110 Primary
17 Secondary
49 Other
Hambrook Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Winterbourne Primary 0.7 miles Winterbourne Academy Secondary Good 0.8 miles Elm Park Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Bromley Heath Junior School Primary 1 miles Bromley Heath Infant School Primary Outstanding 1 miles Winterbourne Children's Centre 1 miles Blackhorse Primary School Primary 1 miles St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Primary 1.2 miles The Manor Church of England Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Downend School Secondary Good 1.5 miles Emersons Green Primary School Primary 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Winterbourne Down IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Winterbourne 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,267 Children (0-15) 18%
13,658 Working Age 59%
6,632 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Winterbourne Down 46 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Winterbourne Down falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Public Order
3 Other Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
Avon And Somerset Bradley Stoke
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

Yate Train Station 2.9 miles
Patchway Train Station 3.2 miles
Stapleton Road Train Station 4.2 miles
Lawrence Hill Train Station 4.7 miles
Montpelier Train Station 5 miles
Redland Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kendleshire 0.6 miles Pye Corner 0.6 miles Whiteshill 0.6 miles Winterbourne 0.6 miles Moorend 0.6 miles Bromley Heath 0.6 miles Hambrook 0.9 miles Ram Hill 1.2 miles Henfield 1.2 miles Watley's End 1.2 miles Lyde Green 1.4 miles Coalpit Heath 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BS36 30 shown View all streets

A432 2 Abbeydale 1 Adams Land 1 Aldens Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 Badminton Road 22 Barley Close 1 Barton Close 1 Beacon Lane 3 Beaufort Road 1 Beaver Close 2 Beesmoor Road 8 Bell Road 3 Best Leaze 1 Blackberry Drive 2 Boundary Road 1 Bourne Close 2 Box Hedge Farm Lane 1 Bradley Avenue 10 Bradstone Road 4 Branksome Drive 1 Bridge Way 1 Bristol Road 14 Britannia Close 2 Broad Lane 1 Brockridge Lane 1 Brookside Drive 1 Burcombe Close 1 Burghley Court 1 Burrough Way 2

Postcodes in BS36 50 shown View all postcodes

BS36 1AA BS36 1AB BS36 1AD BS36 1AE BS36 1AF BS36 1AG BS36 1AH BS36 1AJ BS36 1AL BS36 1AN BS36 1AP BS36 1AQ BS36 1AR BS36 1AS BS36 1AT BS36 1AU BS36 1AW BS36 1AX BS36 1BB BS36 1BD BS36 1BE BS36 1BF BS36 1BG BS36 1BH BS36 1BJ BS36 1BL BS36 1BN BS36 1BP BS36 1BQ BS36 1BS BS36 1BT BS36 1BU BS36 1BW BS36 1BX BS36 1BY BS36 1BZ BS36 1DA BS36 1DB BS36 1DD BS36 1DE BS36 1DF BS36 1DG BS36 1DH BS36 1DJ BS36 1DN BS36 1DP BS36 1DQ BS36 1DS BS36 1DT BS36 1DU