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Area guide

BS3 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the BS3 postcode area, covering Bristol and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

BS3 area price snapshot

Average price

£217,423

Median price

£180,500

5-year trend

+448.4%

Total sales

27,495

The BS3 area has 866 individual postcodes with 27,495 registered sales. Prices are +45.2% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Bristol. The five-year price movement is +448.4%.

About Bristol

A vibrant cultural and tech hub with strong employment, a popular waterfront and direct trains to London Paddington in around 90 minutes.

🚆 Main station

Bristol Temple Meads

⏱️ London commute

~84 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Bristol Cathedral Choir School (Outstanding)

View full Bristol property data →

Market context

With an average of £217,423, BS3 is a mid-range area, +45.2% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 27,495 recorded sales across 866 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in BS3 is +448.4%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for BS3

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how BS3 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in BS3.
  • 🏘️Explore Bristol. Much of the BS3 activity centres on Bristol. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the BS3 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in BS3

BS3 3NG

£164,638 avg · 338 sales

BS3 4AP

£174,599 avg · 184 sales

BS3 2BN

£190,492 avg · 145 sales

BS3 4BY

£185,128 avg · 144 sales

BS3 3NJ

£185,702 avg · 130 sales

BS3 4BX

£178,988 avg · 126 sales

BS3 4AS

£154,736 avg · 122 sales

BS3 1DT

£211,605 avg · 117 sales

BS3 5BH

£185,370 avg · 114 sales

View all 866 postcodes in BS3 →

Useful tools for BS3 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,848

Avg £217,423 in BS3

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare BS3 with other areas

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Bristol data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This BS3 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in BS3?

The average sold price in the BS3 postcode area is £217,423, based on 27,495 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Bristol.

How do BS3 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in BS3 average £217,423, which is +45.2% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in BS3 lower than the average?

The median price (£180,500) is 17.0% below the average (£217,423), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have BS3 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in BS3 have moved +448.4% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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