Town comparison
Bristol vs Clevedon
Which is better to live in? 11.5 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Clevedon wins on house prices with a 4% gap. Clevedon has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Clevedon edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Bristol
£438,474
Clevedon
£421,051
Crime Rate
Bristol
130.3
Clevedon
82.5
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Bristol
86.2%
Clevedon
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Bristol
500
Clevedon
432
EPC Rating
Bristol
71.3
Clevedon
71.4
Median Income
Bristol
£32,799
Clevedon
£32,795
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South WestProperty in Bristol commands an average of £438,474, compared with £421,051 in Clevedon – a difference of 4%. The most affordable entry point in Bristol is a flat at £278,270, while in Clevedon it is a flat at £268,078.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 30% pricier in Bristol (£392,319 vs £302,465).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Clevedon prices grew faster — 40% vs 38%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South WestResidents of Clevedon experience less crime overall, with a rate of 82.5 per 1,000 versus 130.3 per 1,000 in Bristol. The most common crime category in Bristol is violent-crime, while in Clevedon it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in South WestFamilies may prefer Clevedon, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 86.2% in Bristol. There are 115 schools in Bristol and 6 in Clevedon.
Bristol School Inspection Breakdown
86.2% of 115 schools (93 primary, 22 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Clevedon School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 6 schools (5 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Bristol | Clevedon |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 115 | 6 |
| Primary | 93 | 5 |
| Secondary | 22 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 86.2% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 500.0 Mbps in Bristol and 432.0 Mbps in Clevedon. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises in Bristol and 91.5% in Clevedon. Gigabit availability stands at 100% in Bristol and 85.2% in Clevedon.
Bristol is the faster of the two by 16% on average download speed (500 vs 432 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Clevedon leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.4 (C), while Bristol averages 71.3 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,044 in Bristol and £1,179 in Clevedon. 66.3% of homes in Bristol have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 65.2% in Clevedon.
Bristol has more energy-efficient housing — 66.3% reach band C or above, vs 65.2% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,799 in Bristol and £32,795 in Clevedon. The median age is 38.2 in Bristol and 46.9 in Clevedon. Owner-occupancy is 54% in Bristol versus 71.6% in Clevedon. Employment rates stand at 61.2% in Bristol and 57.5% in Clevedon.
| Indicator | Bristol | Clevedon |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 425,196 | 21,084 |
| Median Age | 38.2 | 46.9 |
| Median Household Income | £32,799 | £32,795 |
| Employment Rate | 61.2% | 57.5% |
| Owner Occupied | 54% | 71.6% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 42.1% | 33.9% |
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