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Area guide

BS4 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the BS4 postcode area, covering Bristol and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

BS4 area price snapshot

Average price

£186,763

Median price

£155,000

5-year trend

+193.9%

Total sales

27,129

The BS4 area has 991 individual postcodes with 27,129 registered sales. Prices are +53.2% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Bristol. The five-year price movement is +193.9%.

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

BS4 averages £186,763, placing it in the affordable category, +53.2% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 27,129 recorded sales across 991 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in BS4 is +193.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for BS4

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in BS4 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in BS4.
  • 🏘️Explore Bristol. Much of the BS4 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 BS4 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 BS4

BS4 4EY

£103,266 avg · 272 sales

BS4 4AU

£88,900 avg · 188 sales

BS4 4RG

£161,366 avg · 160 sales

BS4 4DX

£106,076 avg · 148 sales

BS4 3AG

£80,414 avg · 146 sales

BS4 4FG

£182,436 avg · 143 sales

BS4 5RT

£219,669 avg · 143 sales

BS4 4RH

£106,174 avg · 141 sales

BS4 3TA

£97,762 avg · 133 sales

View all 991 postcodes in BS4 →

Useful tools for BS4 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,235

Avg £186,763 in BS4

Full guide →

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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 BS4 with other areas

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Bristol data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This BS4 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: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in BS4?

The average sold price in the BS4 postcode area is £186,763, based on 27,129 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Bristol.

How do BS4 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in BS4 average £186,763, which is +53.2% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in BS4 lower than the average?

The median price (£155,000) is 17.0% below the average (£186,763), 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 BS4 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in BS4 have moved +193.9% 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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