Living in Clifton, Bristol

Monthly rent in GBP (£). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Bristol dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about £1,325/month — roughly 25% above the city median, and among the pricier of the 6 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run £1,550 - £1,800/month and three-bedrooms £2,000 - £2,300/month on second-hand contracts. At 15 minutes to the center by bus, it sits farther out than most Bristol areas in the set. On safety it rates 5/5, among the higher-rated in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the upmarket, historic, village tags, it may suit renters weighing rent against commute.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see Bedminster. For a shorter commute, see Harbourside.

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Clifton Down as the nearest rail stop, Garden Room as nearby green space and The Better Food Company as the nearest supermarket around the Clifton reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows many cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Clifton, Bristol?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Clifton costs £1,200 - £1,450/month (second-hand contract) or £1,100 - £1,300/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from £1,550 - £1,800/month, and a 3-bedroom from £2,000 - £2,300/month.

Is Clifton safe for expats?

Clifton has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Clifton to Bristol center?

The commute from Clifton to Bristol city center takes approximately 15 minutes by bus.

What is Clifton like to live in?

Upmarket Georgian area near the Suspension Bridge. Boutique shops, cafes, and village atmosphere. In our data it is tagged as upmarket, historic, village.