BS4 in South Bristol occupies the 66th percentile nationally for trajectory strength with a score of 52.7 out of 100, reflecting an active gentrification phase. Property prices have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.8% over the past five years, while rental yields have expanded more substantially at 6.3% annually over the same period. Population growth in the district remains modest at 1.0% across five years, suggesting limited demographic expansion despite the rental growth trajectory. The divergence between price appreciation and rental growth indicates tightening affordability relative to income generation for buy-to-let investors, though population stability provides some baseline demand consistency.
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- 1Property prices up 2.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.3% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.0% per year
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What's changing in Bristol · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.4 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by safety.
49 planning applications submitted in BS4 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 3 change of use, 3 demolition.
- Demolition of existing garage and conservatory and construction of new 2-bedroom dwelling with associated worksJun 2026 · pending
- Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 2 (schedule of site visits) of permission 25/13520/H - Proposed demolition of garage; side extension to form new garage; and rear extension to form additional bedroom.Jun 2026 · pending
- Demolish existing garage and build a Granny Annexe in back garden.Jun 2026 · pending
Bristol (BS4) common questions
Is Bristol up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Bristol (BS4) as Active. Its trajectory score is 50/100 (Average), in the top 48% of districts nationally. The score is down 0.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Bristol safe?
Bristol has a safety score of 45/100 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 (BS4) is £440k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Bristol?
The median monthly rent in Bristol (BS4) is £1,874 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Bristol?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Bristol (BS14), Bristol (BS13), Bristol (BS7), Bristol (BS31). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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