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Bristol (BS21)
The BS21 postcode area is located in the Bristol postcode town region, within the county of Somerset, and contains a total of 916 individual postcodes.
There are 25 electoral wards in the BS21 postcode area, including Axbridge, Banwell, Bristol, Cheddar, Clevedon, Wedmore, Weston-Super-Mare, Winscombe which come under the local authority of the North Somerset Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 28% of people in BS21 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of BS21 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
BS21 is a postcode area of the United Kingdom and covers an area of North Somerset and Bristol. It encompasses Clevedon and Portishead and parts of Weston-super-Mare and Nailsea. Some villages which are included in this postcode area are Portbury, Kenn and Clapton-in-Gordano.
The population of this area is estimated at over 18,000 people according to the 2011 census. This area is known for its local beaches and long-standing maritime heritage. Clifton Suspension Bridge is also located near this area.
The postcode BS21 is one of the eleven which are in Bristol, North Somerset and Bath. This area provides many important transport links to major destinations such as London and Cardiff and also has excellent rail links to Bristol Airport and the cities of Bristol and Bath.
The area known as the Mendip Hills is a popular destination and is located close to the BS21 postcode. The Mendips is an area of outstanding natural beauty and is home to a wealth of wildlife and natural attractions, making it popular amongst tourists.
The postcode covers a mix of rural and urban environments. Local shopping facilities, sports centres, schools, banks and other services are all readily available to residents. There is also a great selection of pubs and restaurants to suit any taste.
The BS21 postcode covers a large section of the North Somerset Coast where the A370 meets the M5. The area is known for its picturesque towns and seaside villages, made popular by many of the iconic British TV series and films that have been made here.
The Portishead Marina is located near the postcode boundaries of BS21. It is a major hub for the leisure marine industry in Bristol and the Southwest of England. It offers a safe haven for shipping of all variety and an array of marina and boat maintenance services.
The BS21 postcode area encompasses mostly middle-income residential areas and is home to some of the most picturesque and pristine areas of North Somerset and Bristol. This has made it popular with commuters and tourists alike.
Demographics
Somerset
BS21 is located in the county of Somerset, in England.
Somerset has a total population of 948,900, making it the 22nd largest county in the UK.
Somerset has a total area of 1610 square miles, and a population density of 227 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | BS21 |
| Postal Town | Bristol |
| MSOA Name | North Somerset 010 |
| LSOA Name | North Somerset 010A |
| County | Somerset |
| Region | Somerset |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | North Somerset |
| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
BS21 Electoral Wards
The postal region of BS21, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 28% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.