Marshfield, Wick & Hawkesbury
South Gloucestershire 024 · 6 sub-areas · 10,565 residents
South Gloucestershire 024 is a largely residential area within South Gloucestershire, home to around 10,500 people. Rents sit at roughly £1,445 a month at the median — above the UK average for a two-bedroom — and the area leans heavily towards owner-occupation, with nearly three in four households owning their home. It's noticeably quieter and more suburban in character than central Bristol.
Marshfield, Wick & Hawkesbury 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. The population skews older, with a long-settled feel and a high share of retirees; most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time.
Overview
What's it like to live in Marshfield, Wick & Hawkesbury?
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; Transport links are limited — a car or e-bike is a practical assumption for most regular trips; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,445 a month for a typical home; broadband infrastructure is patchy — worth checking the specific postcode.
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Marshfield, Wick & Hawkesbury in South Gloucestershire
Living in Marshfield, Wick & Hawkesbury
This part of South Gloucestershire has the feel of a settled, mature suburb — predominantly owner-occupied streets, a relatively older age profile, and a pace that's a long way from any city centre buzz. Around 74% of residents own their home, which shapes the character significantly: there's less churn, longer-established communities, and streets that trend towards family houses rather than flat conversions.
On cost, you're looking at a median rent of around £1,445 a month across all property sizes. A two-bedroom runs roughly £1,256 a month — slightly above the UK national average of around £1,200. That price point reflects the area's desirability as a commuter base; proximity to Bristol and good road links push values up, even as the area itself feels distinctly non-urban.
The population skews older. Around 48% of residents are aged 50 or above, and only about 15% fall in the 18–34 bracket. That's a notably different profile from the centre of Bristol or Bath, where young professionals dominate. Families are present — roughly one in five households has children — but the strongest demographic thread is the 50-plus cohort, many of them settled owner-occupiers.
Practically speaking, the nearest mainline rail station is roughly 6.8 km away — about an 85-minute walk, so you'll need a car or bus connection to reach it. Over 48% of residents commute by car, and nearly 44% work from home, which explains why public transport use is exceptionally low at under 2%. That makes this area most practical for those who drive or work remotely. See the streets and sub-areas below for more detail on specific pockets.
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Frequently asked
- Is South Gloucestershire 024 a nice place to live?
- It's a calm, well-established suburban area with low crime — about 48 incidents per 1,000 residents annually, well below the UK average. The trade-off is limited public transport and a school picture that's below the national Ofsted average, so it suits car-owning households more than younger renters reliant on public transit.
- What is the rent in South Gloucestershire 024?
- Median rent runs around £985 a month for a one-bedroom and £1,256 for a two-bedroom. Three-bedroom properties average around £1,532. These are estimates scaled from council-level data using local sale prices, since official rent figures don't go below the local authority level.
- Is South Gloucestershire 024 safe?
- Yes, relatively. The crime rate is around 48 incidents per 1,000 residents per year — comfortably below the UK national average of roughly 80 per 1,000. The stable, owner-occupied demographic profile generally correlates with lower rates of acquisitive and antisocial crime.
- What's the commute from South Gloucestershire 024 to the nearest city centre?
- The area is heavily car-dependent — under 2% of residents use public transport to commute. The nearest mainline rail station is about 6.8 km away (straight line), requiring a bus or car to reach. The nearest major UK employment hub is around 99 minutes away by public transport. Working from home is how most residents manage: nearly 44% do so.
- Who lives in South Gloucestershire 024?
- Predominantly older, settled owner-occupiers. Around 48% of residents are aged 50 or above, and nearly three in four households own their home. It's a low-churn area with a well-qualified professional base — around 39% hold degree-level qualifications — and very low ethnic diversity.
- What schools are near South Gloucestershire 024?
- There are 8 schools within typical catchment distance, but only around 32% of them are rated Good or Outstanding — well below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is approximately 5.6 km away. If school quality is a deciding factor, check individual catchment boundaries carefully before choosing a street.
- How affordable is South Gloucestershire 024 compared to nearby areas?
- It's not cheap. The median property price is around £470,000, and renters spend roughly 62% of take-home pay on housing at the median rent — a high ratio. Rents rose about 4.2% year-on-year. It's more affordable than central Bristol on absolute rent, but the income-to-rent ratio is still demanding.