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Area guide

Cotham

Local office
187-189 Whiteladies Road, Redland, Bristol, BS8 2RY

Cotham is in the heart of Bristol, close to everything, but away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. It borders Redland, Kingsdown, and The Arches (where Gloucester Road meets Cheltenham Road), Montpelier is just across the way.

Key data - Cotham

Source: Dataloft, Dept. of Education, Dept of Transport, Census 2021

The city centre is easily walkable. Redland and Montpelier stations are also nearby. Temple Meads is a cycle away and the M32 is (relatively) easily accessed by car.

Cotham is a beautiful area of large Victorian & Georgian homes

A distinguished, characterful neighbourhoodBeautiful houses, converted flats, some modern architecture.

Local homes

It’s an elevated, leafy, grand area with a mix of Georgian and Victorian two, three and four-storey terraced houses and villas. Many of these have been converted into flats. Like neighbouring Redland, it has a great mix of families, professionals and students.

Lovers BridgeGreen spaces and parks too.

Local places

Cotham has its own unique identity – it’s on the doorstep of popular Gloucester Road, but Cotham Hill and Whiteladies Road are also a hop away. It has an excellent mix of cafes, restaurants and independent shops.

Green space: Cotham Gardens and Redland Grove, St Andrews Park

Shopping: Soukous, Cotham Antiques, Cotham Hardware, Earthbound

Eating and drinking: Bravas, Cotham Hill Brewhouse, Bulrush, Rock Salt and FED

Schools: Colston’s Primary School, Colston's Girls' School, The Dolphin Primary School, Cotham School

Homes for sale

Grand Georgian & Victorian houses making lovely family homes. Many fine one & two bed flats. Contemporary architect designed new build houses.

Homes to rent

Very popular for one & two bed flats, a great choice of quality conversions for single professionals & couples. Family houses can be found & student accommodation.

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