House Prices in Portishead

Portishead is a coastal town on the Severn Estuary, close to Bristol, but within the unitary authority of North Somerset, which falls within the ceremonial county of Somerset, England. It has a population of around 22,000, an increase of over 3,000 since the 2001 census, with a growth rate considerably in excess of surrounding towns. By the time of the 2011 Census the population had increased to approximately 24,000.Portishead has a long history as a fishing port. As a Royal Manor it expanded rapidly during the early 19th century around the docks, with supporting transport infrastructure.

Valuations in Portishead

The most expensive recorded transaction in Portishead was £8,850,000 on 22 August 2014. The most recent recorded sale in Portishead was £400,000 on 26 August 2016. Properties in Portishead have an average price of £660,071 over the last 3 years.

Average property price

£319,229

▼ -33% since 2017
▼ -50% since 2016

Average selling prices in last 12 months by types

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Schools in Portishead

Portishead has 13 schools with capacities ranging from 210 to 1557. There are a number of schools that cater for special educational needs. There is a mix of Foundation School, Community School, Voluntary Controlled School, Voluntary Aided School, EY Setting in the area.

Top 5 schools in Portishead (by capacity)

  • Gordano School

    SECONDARY

    Pupils aged 11 to 18 attend this Mixed Foundation School. The school enrols 1557 students.

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  • Portishead Primary School

    PRIMARY

    A Mixed Community School for pupils 4 to 11 years. The school enrols 420 students.

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  • St Peter's Church of England Primary School

    PRIMARY

    A Mixed Voluntary Controlled School for pupils aged 4 to 11 years. The school enrols 420 students.

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  • High Down Junior School

    PRIMARY

    A Mixed Community School for pupils aged 7 to 11 years. The schools has a capacity of 360 pupils.

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  • High Down Infant School

    PRIMARY

    Pupils aged 3 to 7 attend this Mixed Community School. The school enrols 251 students.

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