What Google rating do salons in Bristol need to stay competitive?
By Max Zhou · Last updated
Salons in Bristol average 4.8 stars across 100 Google reviews (median, based on analysis of 38 businesses, 4/30/2026). 97.4% of businesses score above 4.5 stars — those businesses see measurably higher inquiry rates.
- •Businesses analyzed: 38
- •Average Google rating: 4.82★
- •Median review count: 100
- •Share above 4.5★: 97.4%
- •Share below 4.0★: 0%
- •Top performer: Skye Flo Studio (5★, 173 reviews)
| Metric | Salon in Bristol | Top performer |
|---|---|---|
| Google rating | 4.82★ | 5.0★ |
| Review count | 100 (median) | 173 |
| Reply rate | Est. <20% | ~95% |
| Share 5-star | 97.4% | 100% |
Frequently asked questions
- How many Google reviews does a salon in Bristol need?
- Median in Bristol is 100 reviews. To rank in the top 25% of businesses in your category, aim for at least twice that — around 200 reviews.
- How do I get from 4.0 to 4.6 stars on Google?
- Two levers: systematically request reviews from happy customers (QR code at the point of service works best) and intercept unhappy feedback privately before it becomes a public 1-star review. Our pilot customer Sakura Hagen went from 4.0 to 4.6 in 6 weeks this way.
- Is AI auto-reply to Google reviews GDPR-compliant?
- Yes — provided data is processed in the EU and no customer PII beyond what Google already displays publicly is used. Starise meets both standards.
- How much does review management cost?
- Starise Standard is $59/month per location including unlimited AI replies, QR code, and dashboard. 7-day free trial, no credit card.
- How fast will my Google rating improve?
- Typically 4-8 weeks. Speed depends on your customer volume and starting rating. Lower starting scores improve fastest.
A data-driven analysis of 38 salons in Bristol. We aggregated public Google review data to show where the median sits, who the top performers are, and what underrated businesses can do to close the gap.
Top 10 Salon in Bristol
- 1.Skye Flo Studio5.0★173 reviews
- 2.Glow Up Studio Bristol - Aesthetics, Beauty, Lashes, Dermal Fillers, Brows, Lip 5.0★163 reviews
- 3.Ashleigh Smith Hair5.0★46 reviews
- 4.Alma Bella Boutique5.0★40 reviews
- 5.Luxe Beauty & Skin Studio Bristol5.0★20 reviews
- 6.Preety's Beauty Salon5.0★16 reviews
- 7.Bristol Beauty5.0★13 reviews
- 8.Rebel Beauty Bristol - Nail Services & Tooth Gems Old Market5.0★10 reviews
- 9.Betties + Baldwins4.9★412 reviews
- 10.Ministry of Beauty4.9★276 reviews
Run a salon in Bristol?
Your competitors average 4.8★. With Starise you can reach 4.5+ in six weeks. See the Sakura Hagen case study.