Map & location
Overview
BS6 6QU is located in Cotham, one of Bristol's most popular inner-city residential neighbourhoods, situated north of the city centre between Kingsdown and Redland. The streets here are characterised by substantial Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, many converted into flats or retained as family homes, set along tree-lined roads within easy reach of independent cafés, shops and restaurants on Gloucester Road — one of the longest stretches of independent retail in the UK.
The postcode falls within the Bristol Central parliamentary constituency and is governed by Bristol City Council. Residents enjoy proximity to St Andrews Park, the University of Bristol's Stoke Bishop campus and the cultural amenities of Clifton and Redland. The area is well served by frequent bus connections and cycling infrastructure, making it a popular choice for professionals, academics and families alike.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £430,000, around 10% below the wider BS6 district average of £477,333 (HM Land Registry, 680 recent sales).
Getting here
BS6 6QU is well connected by bus, with multiple routes running along or near Gloucester Road and Cotham Hill providing frequent links to Bristol city centre, the harbourside and surrounding suburbs. Cycling is popular and practical, with the area falling within Bristol's extensive cycle network; the traffic-calmed residential streets make it accessible for everyday cycling. Drivers can reach the M32 motorway junction at Eastville in under 15 minutes and the M4/M5 interchange at Almondsbury in approximately 30 minutes. Cotham is also walkable to the city centre, approximately 1.5 miles to the south.
What it's famous for
Cotham is best known for its proximity to Gloucester Road, celebrated as one of the longest stretches of independent shops, cafés and restaurants in the country — a vibrant high street entirely free of large chain supermarkets for much of its length. The area has strong associations with Bristol's academic and creative communities, lying close to the University of Bristol and the Bristol Grammar School corridor. Nearby Clifton Village and the Clifton Suspension Bridge — Brunel's iconic landmark — are just a short walk or cycle away, and the bohemian character of adjacent neighbourhoods like Stokes Croft and Redland adds to Cotham's distinctive identity as a place where heritage architecture meets a thriving independent culture.
Services & facilities
Unitary authority providing local services and planning for this postcode
Fortnightly kerbside recycling and weekly rubbish collection by Bristol City Council
Public lending library approximately 0.5 miles from BS6 6QU on Whiteladies Road
Postal counter services on Cotham Hill serving the local area
Community meeting and events venue close to Cotham Hill
Tourist attractions
Popular Victorian park with tennis courts, playground and café
~0.4 miBrunel's iconic 19th-century suspension bridge over the Avon Gorge
~1.5 miOne of the UK's longest stretches of independent shops and eateries
~0.3 miHistoric parkland with panoramic city views and Cabot's memorial tower
~1.2 miRegional museum with natural history, fine art and archaeology collections
~1.0 miIndependent boutique cinema on Whiteladies Road
~0.6 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
BS66LD · 01179 736580
~750 mBS66DF · 0117 9466455
~800 mBS66AU · 0117 3302720
~850 mPharmacies
BS78AA
~650 mBS78AA · 01179 491143
~650 mBS78AD
~750 mDentists
BS66RD
~300 mBS66RJ
~300 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Redland Green School, is ~350 m away.
Academy converter
~350 mAcademy converter
~450 mSixth form centres
~650 mAcademy converter
~700 mVoluntary aided school
~700 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Dense cluster of independent boutiques, delis and health food shops
Thriving independent café culture along Cotham Hill and surrounds
Major employer and anchor institution influencing the local economy
Small studios and freelance businesses typical of this inner-city ward
Letting agents and property managers serving a high-density rental market
Gyms & leisure
Tennis courts, bowls, playground and seasonal café
~0.4 miQuiet ornamental gardens offering a local green retreat
~0.2 miPlush independent cinema on Whiteladies Road with boutique bar
~0.6 miIndoor bouldering and rope-climbing facility in nearby St Werburghs
~1.2 miMajor refurbished concert hall and arts venue in the city centre
~1.3 miService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband infrastructure serving the postcode
Cable broadband and TV services available in the Cotham area
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three reported here
Electricity and gas distribution for BS6 postcodes
Water supply and sewerage for this postcode area
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock: substantial 3–4 storey late Victorian terraces
Many original houses subdivided into well-appointed flats
Balance of owner-occupied homes and private rented accommodation
Core residential streets including Cotham Brow and Cotham Road South
Consistent demand from professionals and families for this ward
Transport
Train & Tube
Redland Rail Station
Redland
Clifton Down Rail Station
Clifton Down
Montpelier Rail Station
Montpelier
Castle Park Ferry Landing
Broadmead
Bus stops
Gloucester Road stops
Frequent services northbound and southbound along Gloucester Road
Cotham Hill / Whiteladies Road
Cross-city services linking Clifton, city centre and east Bristol
St Andrews Road stop
Local services connecting Bishopston and city centre
Cycle hire
Bristol Cycling Network — Cotham
Signed on-road cycle routes connecting Cotham to the city centre and Redland
Beryl Bikes docking station
Bristol's e-bike and cycle hire scheme with nearby docking points
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Cotham Hill on-street EV charger
Bristol City Council on-street charging point serving local residents
Defibrillators
St Andrews Park defibrillator
Public-access AED located at the park entrance on Alfred Road
Postboxes & Post Office
Cotham Hill Post Office
Counter services including parcels, banking and travel money
Fuel stations
Texaco — Gloucester Road
Petrol station with forecourt shop on upper Gloucester Road
Places of worship
Victorian parish church on Cotham Road, central to the local community
~0.2 miGrade II* listed church serving the wider Cotham and Clifton area
~0.7 miRoman Catholic parish church on Clifton Hill
~0.9 miHistoric Friends meeting house near the city centre
~1.1 miMulti-faith chaplaincy serving students and the wider community
~0.8 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 11% below the national average (60.6 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
880 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 8 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,668.
Housing & utilities
Large terraced houses, many subdivided; high demand keeps occupancy near full
Estimated ~45% of properties privately rented, reflecting proximity to university
Cotham consistently ranks among Bristol's higher-value residential wards
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Two green spaces within 0.5 miles offering recreation and amenity
Generally moderate; Gloucester Road sees some traffic-related NO2
Mainly residential quiet; some evening noise near Gloucester Road venues
Low flood risk; hillside topography drains away from the Avon
Good street-tree coverage across Cotham's Victorian residential streets
FAQs
Where exactly is BS6 6QU?
BS6 6QU is in the Cotham ward of Bristol, City of Bristol, in the South West of England. It sits between Gloucester Road to the west and Kingsdown to the south, close to the Redland boundary.
What is the BS6 6QU area like to live in?
Cotham is a popular, well-regarded inner-city neighbourhood known for Victorian architecture, independent cafés and shops on Gloucester Road, good green spaces including St Andrews Park, and strong transport links. It attracts professionals, academics and families.
Which council is responsible for BS6 6QU?
Bristol City Council is the unitary authority responsible for BS6 6QU. The ward is Cotham.
Which parliamentary constituency does BS6 6QU fall in?
BS6 6QU is within the Bristol Central parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near BS6 6QU?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Cotham area. See the Schools section above for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get around from BS6 6QU without a car?
The area is well served by frequent buses along Gloucester Road and Whiteladies Road connecting to the city centre and beyond. Cycling is also practical, with Bristol's cycle network running through Cotham. The city centre is walkable at around 1.5 miles.
What green spaces are near BS6 6QU?
St Andrews Park (approximately 0.4 miles) is the nearest large green space, with tennis courts, a playground and café. Cotham Gardens is a smaller ornamental space around 0.2 miles away.
What type of housing is most common in BS6 6QU?
The area is dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, many converted into flats. There is a significant private rental sector, partly driven by proximity to the University of Bristol.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for BS6 6QU: