Kingswood South
South Gloucestershire 028 · 5 sub-areas · 9,742 residents
South Gloucestershire 028 is a largely residential area within South Gloucestershire, home to around 9,700 people. A typical two-bedroom home lets for about £1,256 a month — broadly in line with the wider South Gloucestershire area — with rents rising around 4% over the past year. Car ownership is the norm here, and nearly three in ten residents work from home.
Kingswood South is a mid-density neighbourhood of South Gloucestershire in the South West region. It sits between busier and quieter parts of the local authority and isn't dominated by a single use — there's a mix of workplaces, housing and local services.
Overview
What's it like to live in Kingswood South?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,445 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Kingswood South in South Gloucestershire
Living in Kingswood South
South Gloucestershire 028 sits in the outer commuter belt of the Bristol travel-to-work area, and its character reflects that. It's predominantly owner-occupied — around two thirds of homes are owned outright or with a mortgage — and the streets lean towards family housing rather than the flat-heavy density you'd find closer to Bristol's centre. Greenspace is close at hand: the nearest park or open space is typically less than 400 metres away, and nearly half of residents are within easy walking distance of meaningful green areas.
Rents here are moderate by South West standards. A one-bedroom home runs around £985 a month, a two-bedroom around £1,256, and a three-bedroom around £1,532. That last figure is competitive for families who'd otherwise be looking at the pricier inner suburbs of Bristol. The median house price sits just under £290,000, and with a years-to-deposit figure of around 4.1 years, it's one of the more accessible corners of the region for first-time buyers who've been saving.
The population skews slightly younger than you might expect from a settled commuter area — around a quarter of residents are aged 18 to 34, and just over a fifth are under 18, which points to a decent number of families with children. One-person households account for just under 28% of the total. Degree-level qualifications are held by around 27% of residents, and the median resident salary is roughly £35,000 a year — close to the local workplace median of around £37,000, suggesting most people commute out rather than working in the immediate area.
The practical reality is that you'll almost certainly need a car. Only around 5% of residents use public transport to get to work, while over half drive. That said, nearly 30% work from home, which softens the commute picture considerably. See the streets and sub-areas below for more detail on how different parts of the neighbourhood compare.
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Frequently asked
- Is South Gloucestershire 028 a nice place to live?
- It's a solid, settled residential area — mostly owner-occupied, good greenspace access, and competitive rents for the South West. The trade-off is that you'll need a car for most errands, and the school picture within catchment distance is patchier than the national average. It suits families and those who work from home better than car-free urban professionals.
- What is the rent in South Gloucestershire 028?
- A one-bedroom home typically runs around £985 a month, a two-bedroom around £1,256, and a three-bedroom around £1,532. Rents rose roughly 4% over the past year. These are estimates scaled from council-level data using local sale prices, so treat them as a reliable guide rather than a guaranteed figure.
- Is South Gloucestershire 028 safe?
- The recorded crime rate is around 104 per 1,000 residents annually, which is above the UK national average of roughly 80. However, the area sits in the sixth deprivation decile nationally — broadly middle of the pack — so this isn't a deprived or high-risk area. Vehicle crime and minor antisocial behaviour are more likely drivers than serious violent crime.
- What's the commute from South Gloucestershire 028 to Bristol?
- Most residents drive — around 54% commute by car, and just 5% use public transport. The nearest rail station is about 3.9 km away. The nearest major employment hub is around 51 minutes away. Nearly 30% of residents work from home, which significantly reduces the commute burden for a large share of the population.
- Who lives in South Gloucestershire 028?
- Predominantly owner-occupiers — around 67% own their home — with a mix of families and younger adults. About 21% of the population is under 18, and a quarter are aged 18 to 34. It's largely UK-born (around 90%) and moderately well-educated, with around 27% holding degree-level qualifications.
- What schools are near South Gloucestershire 028?
- There are 94 schools within typical catchment distance, but only around 43% within 2km are rated Good or Outstanding — well below the national average. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is approximately 645 metres away. Check individual catchment maps carefully, as proximity doesn't guarantee a place.
- How affordable is buying a home in South Gloucestershire 028?
- The median house price is around £289,000, and the years-to-deposit figure is about 4.1 years — more accessible than much of the South East but still a serious commitment. For renters, the cost of renting represents around 62% of typical take-home pay, which is high and reflects how stretched affordability has become across the South West.