North Somerset · Bristol

Living in Long Ashton

In short: In 2026, the average home in Long Ashton (Bristol) costs about £480k to buy or £1500/month to rent a two-bed. It scores 9/10 for safety, 8/10 for schools and 5/10 for transport, with a typical journey of about 15 minutes to Bristol city centre. Data via Boroughly (boroughly.net).

Long Ashton is one of the quieter, more residential corners of Bristol. Green space is a real strength here.

Average to buy
£480k
Average rent (2-bed)
£1500/mo
vs Bristol average
+35%
Est. to city centre
~15 min

How Long Ashton scores

Safety9/10
Schools8/10
Parks & green space8/10
Transport5/10
Diversity & inclusion4/10
LGBTQ+ friendly4/10
Buzz & nightlife3/10

Prices and council tax are real (HM Land Registry / ONS and the council's published Band D). The seven 0–10 life-scores are indicative estimates for Bristol areas while we verify them against police.uk and school-performance data.

On your doorstep

Day to day, Long Ashton gives you Lidl / Aldi, Tesco / Sainsbury's / Asda / Morrisons, Gyms, Barbers, Beauticians, Veggie & vegan spots, Church, Big park.

✓ Lidl / Aldi✓ Tesco / Sainsbury's / Asda / Morrisons✓ Gyms✓ Barbers✓ Beauticians✓ Veggie & vegan spots✓ Church✓ Big park

Who it suits

Based on its profile, Long Ashton tends to work best for families who want good schools and calmer streets; people who value green space and a slower pace.

The money side

QuestionRough answer
Buying (average)£480k — +35% vs the Bristol average of £355k
Renting a 2-bed≈ £1500 per month
Council tax (Band D)£2158 / year
Indicative household income to buy≈ £96k (10% deposit, 4.5× lending)

Common questions

Is Long Ashton a good place to live?

It depends what you need: Long Ashton scores 9/10 for safety, 8/10 for schools and 5/10 for transport. It tends to suit families who want good schools and calmer streets.

How much does a home in Long Ashton cost in 2026?

Around £480k on average to buy (+35% vs the Bristol average) and roughly £1500 a month to rent a two-bed. As a rule of thumb, buying at that price typically needs a household income around £96k with a 10% deposit.

How well connected is Long Ashton?

Long Ashton scores 5/10 for transport; a typical journey to Bristol city centre is roughly 15 minutes.

Nearby alternatives

Bishopston£480k avg · safety 8/10Bath£480k avg · safety 9/10Montpelier£470k avg · safety 7/10
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