{"id":2840,"date":"2021-11-06T06:58:46","date_gmt":"2021-11-06T06:58:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=2840"},"modified":"2021-11-06T06:58:48","modified_gmt":"2021-11-06T06:58:48","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-bristol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-bristol\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Bristol?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Known for its rich\nmaritime history complete with pirates, shipbuilding and one of the country\u2019s\nbusiest ports, Bristol is a thriving city in the South West of England. This\nhub for creativity and innovation is surrounded by the Mendip Hills, Wye Valley\nand stunning Cotswolds <a href=\"https:\/\/landscapesforlife.org.uk\/\">Areas of Natural Beauty<\/a> on all sides, as well\nas being the birthplace of numerous famous faces including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banksy.co.uk\/\">Banksy<\/a>,\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jkrowling.com\/\">JK Rowling<\/a>\nand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallaceandgromit.com\/nick-park\">Nick Park<\/a> of Wallace and Gromit fame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the average\nhouse price coming in at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rightmove.co.uk\/house-prices\/bristol.html?\">\u00a3360,065<\/a>, property prices reflect the\ndesirability of the area, particularly in sought after spots Sneyd Park, Leigh\nWoods, Clifton and Stoke Bishop. Great amenities, schools and transport links\nmake Bristol a perfect choice for prospective homebuyers, whilst the city\u2019s\nalternative, creative spirit means the lifestyle is rich and varied. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport Links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bristol\u2019s highly\naccessible position on the River Avon is part of the reason the city became so\ncentral to UK trading in years gone by. It remains well connected to the rest\nof England and beyond, with nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolairport.co.uk\/\">Bristol Airport<\/a> offering flights to worldwide\ndestinations. The M4 and M5 mean the city is easily reached by car too, with\ngood <a href=\"https:\/\/visitbristol.co.uk\/your-visit\/travelling-to-bristol\/park-and-ride\">park and ride facilities<\/a> across this\neco-conscious city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gwr.com\/stations-and-destinations\/stations\/bristol-temple-meads\">Bristol Temple Meads<\/a> train station has regular\nconnections to cities across the UK, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gwr.com\/stations-and-destinations\/stations\/bristol-parkway\">Bristol\nParkway<\/a> offering services to Birmingham, Cardiff and London. For those who\nprefer a two wheel commute, Bristol is known as the <a href=\"https:\/\/visitbristol.co.uk\/things-to-do\/sports-and-adventure\/cycling\">cycling capital of the UK<\/a>, with cycle routes\nand bike hire services throughout the city. For the more adventurous traveller,\nBristol lies at one end of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatwestway.co.uk\/\">Great West Way<\/a>, a historic touring route\nconnecting the city to London via ancient countryside paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools and Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bristol is well\nknown as a student city, with bustling nightlife and a creative atmosphere.\nThere are two world class universities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.ac.uk\/\">The University of Bristol<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwe.ac.uk\/\">University of the\nWest of England<\/a>, both offering a range of higher education courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For primary school\naged pupils, there are plenty of options which rated highly at their last\nOfsted inspections. <a href=\"https:\/\/willowpark.org.uk\/\">Willow Park CofE Primary School<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cathedralprimaryschool.org\/\">Cathedral\nPrimary School<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hannahmore.org.uk\/\">Hannah More Primary School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sspeterandpaulprimary.co.uk\/\">SS\nPeter and Paul RC Primary School<\/a> were all rated as \u2018good\u2019 or\n\u2018outstanding\u2019. In line with demand in the area there are also several\nindependent primary schools such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolsteinerschool.org\/\">Bristol\nSteiner School<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clevehouseschool.com\/\">Cleve House School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.torwoodhouseschool.co.uk\/\">Torwood\nHouse School.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents of\nsecondary school aged children are also spoilt for choice, with a range of\ncomprehensive, independent and grammar schools in the educational mix.\n\u2018Outstanding\u2019 comprehensive schools include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montpschool.org\/\">Montpelier High\nSchool<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bccs.bristol.sch.uk\/\">Bristol Cathedral Choir School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smrt.bristol.sch.uk\/\">St Mary\nRedcliffe and Temple School<\/a>, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolgrammarschool.co.uk\/\">Bristol\nGrammar School<\/a> offering selective places. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qehbristol.co.uk\/\">Queen\nElizabeth\u2019s Hospital<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhigh.co.uk\/\">Clifton High School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redmaidshigh.co.uk\/\">Redmaid\u2019s\nHigh School<\/a> are the local independent options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure and Amenities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most\nappealing aspects of Bristol for prospective homebuyers is the number of\nleisure facilities and amenities available in the city. Known for its\npedestrianised town centre, <a href=\"https:\/\/bristolshoppingquarter.co.uk\/\">The Bristol Shopping Quarter<\/a>, the city is home\nto several shopping malls including <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bristolbroadmead.co.uk\/\">Broadmead<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galleriesbristol.co.uk\/\">The\nGalleries<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabotcircus.com\/\">Cabot Circus<\/a>. These offer a mix of big-name\nbrands, independent boutiques, high end labels and designer names. Shopping and\nleisure behemoth <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mallcribbs.com\/\">Cribbs Causeway<\/a> is\nalso nearby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another hub in the\ncity is the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.harboursidealive.co.uk\/\">Harbourside<\/a>. This used to be Bristol\u2019s port\nand its beating heart and has now been redeveloped as a place where culture,\narts and leisure meet. There\u2019s the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolmuseums.org.uk\/m-shed\/\">M\nShed<\/a> museum which documents local history, Isambard Kingdom Brunel\u2019s\niconic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssgreatbritain.org\/\">SS\nGreat Britain<\/a> and interactive gallery <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wethecurious.org\/\">We The Curious<\/a>.\nRestaurants and cafes such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mud-dock.co.uk\/\">Mud Dock Cafe and Cycleworks<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.no1harbourside.co.uk\/\">No 1\nHarbourside<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/stablepizza.com\/bristol\/\">The Stable<\/a> line the waterfront. The <a href=\"https:\/\/arnolfini.org.uk\/\">Arnolfini<\/a>\npresents live dance, drama and arts shows whilst <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolaquarium.co.uk\/\">Bristol\nAquarium<\/a> is home to sea life from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those looking\nto escape the buzzing atmosphere of the city, Bristol is surrounded by some of\nthe most beautiful landscapes in Britain. Cross Brunel\u2019s famous <a href=\"https:\/\/cliftonbridge.org.uk\/\">Clifton\nSuspension Bridge<\/a> and find yourself in rural Somerset. Alternatively,\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/museums-parks-sports-culture\/ashton-court-estate\">the Ashton Court Estate<\/a> is filled with cycling\nand walking routes and is the perfect spot to relax, picnic and explore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South\nGloucestershire and the Cotswolds are also right on the doorstep, with stunning\nscenery and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forestryengland.uk\/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum\">Westonbirt Arboretum<\/a> which is home to over 300\nspecies of rare tree. You can even take a day trip to the seaside with\nPortishead, Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon all being within easy reach of Bristol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s On<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This vibrant and\nvaried city has a packed yearly calendar of events and is well known for its\nfestivals. Perhaps the best known is the <a href=\"http:\/\/bristolballoonfiesta.co.uk\/\">International\nBalloon Fiesta<\/a>, which runs across two weeks in August. Balloons of\nall different shapes and sizes depart from locations across Bristol including\nparks, streets, and public spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s also the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegertlush.com\/\">Gert Lush\nVintage Bicycle Jamboree<\/a> which sees thousands of cyclists take to the\ncountryside on their bikes in vintage clothes and period costume. They run two\nsporting rides as well as a fancy dress ride for children too. There\u2019s also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolwalkfest.com\/\">Bristol\nWalk Fest<\/a> which celebrates the best walking and hiking routes\nsurrounding the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comedy lovers will\nbe right at home with several events centred around the very best in stand up\nincluding the <a href=\"https:\/\/slapstick.org.uk\/\">Slapstick\nFestival<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolcomedygarden.co.uk\/\">Bristol Comedy Garden<\/a>. They attract well-known\nnames as well as up and coming stars on the scene. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.filmandfoodfest.com\/locations\/bristol\">Bristol Food and Film Fest<\/a> also brings live\ncomedy to residents of the city, alongside outdoor cinema screenings and the\nbest in local street food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those looking\nfor live music, there are plenty of options to suit all tastes including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tokyoworld.org\/\">Tokyo World<\/a>,\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovesavestheday.org\/\">Love\nSaves the Day<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valleyfest.co.uk\/\">Valley Fest<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolharbourfestival.co.uk\/\">Bristol\nHarbour Festival<\/a> also promises the best in live music acts, as well\nas spoken word, dance, and even circus performers! Finally, venues such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/bristololdvic.org.uk\/\">Old Vic<\/a>,\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.atgtickets.com\/venues\/bristol-hippodrome\/\">Bristol Hippodrome<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/tobaccofactorytheatres.com\/\">Tobacco\nFactory Theatres<\/a> keep the culture coming all year round with live\nshows, concerts and touring productions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Crime and Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bristol is a safe\ncity to live in, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.uk\/pu\/your-area\/avon-somerset-constabulary\/performance\/compare-your-area\/?tc=BN193\">crime levels fall in line<\/a>with average rates for other similar sized towns and cities in the\nUK. There are several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ourwatch.org.uk\/get-involved\/find-my-local-scheme?address=bristol%20bs4\">Neighbourhood Watch<\/a> schemes across the city\nand the local people are proud of the community feel the city fosters. Bristol\nfalls under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avonandsomerset.police.uk\/\">Avon and Somerset Police<\/a> and there are\nnumerous local policies and initiatives in place to tackle crime in the city\ncentre. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/bristolsafeguarding.org\/\">Keeping\nBristol Safe Partnership<\/a> brings together organisations such as the\npolice, fire department and local council to tackle anti-social behaviour,\ncrime, and drug offences. They also offer training and resources to educate\nresidents about the safeguarding of children, workforces, and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out current properties available in Bristol <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/houses-for-sale\/bristol-south-west\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Known for its rich maritime history complete with pirates, shipbuilding and one of the country\u2019s busiest ports, Bristol is a thriving city in the South West of England. 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