BS49 covers a largely rural area in North Somerset, west of Bristol. Property prices have appreciated at 1.0% compound annual growth over five years, markedly below the national average, while rental growth reached 6.8% annually over the same period, reflecting stronger demand for rental accommodation. Population expansion of 0.8% over five years has been modest. The district scores 53.8/100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 71st percentile nationally. Currently in a latent gentrification stage, BS49 presents a mixed picture: rental yield potential appears stronger than capital appreciation prospects, though the relatively slow population growth and price trajectory warrant consideration against investor expectations for this region.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.3% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.8% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.8% per year
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What's changing in Bristol · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.2 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by safety.
24 planning applications submitted in BS49 over the last six months, including 3 new build residential schemes.
- Non-Material Amendment to application 25/P/2562/FUL (Proposed demolition of 2no. existing buildings; change of use of the car workshop to Use Class E (g)(iii) Industrial processes use and erection of 1no. self-build dwelling and detached carport with associated access, landscaping and ecological enhancements) to allow for the widening of approved balcony and extension of the roof to cover the balcony.Jun 2026 · Registered
- Proposed erection of a timber outbuilding to the West of the dwelling and installation of a gate to link to the front and rear gardens.Jan 2026 · Decided
- Non-Material Amendment to application 22/P/2344/FUL (Demolition of 2no. existing dwellings and 2no. garage blocks and erection of 8no new dwellings with associated parking.) to allow for the retention of existing vehicular access dimensions.Jan 2026 · Decided
Bristol (BS49) common questions
Is Bristol up and coming?
Bristol (BS49) has a trajectory score of 53/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 35% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.3 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Bristol safe?
Bristol has a safety score of 86/100 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 (BS49) is £330k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.3% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Bristol?
The median monthly rent in Bristol (BS49) is £1,188 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Bristol?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Clevedon (BS21), Winscombe (BS25), Banwell (BS29), Weston-Super-Mare (BS22), Bristol (BS40). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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