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Brackley, PE

Prince Edward Island

Brackley is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 586. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
586 Population 81/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $44,600 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 11.1% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $855/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Brackley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population586
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$44,600
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty8.0%
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,000
Rent$855
Ownership85.1%
Housing Units235
Rent Burden11.1%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+20.8%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Brackley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brackley receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Brackley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brackley is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brackley is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brackley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow.

Brackley has a population of 586 with a density of 81 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 3.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents.

Population

586
Total Population
2021 Census
81
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brackley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 5.9%

Social Characteristics

Brackley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brackley is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $858, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Brackley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,600
Avg Weekly Wage$858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Brackley is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 85.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 235 total housing units in the city. 11.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden11.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.1%
Owner-Occupied85.1%
Renter-Occupied14.9%
Housing Units235

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Brackley receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Brackley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Brackley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.8 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates46.3168°N, 63.1487°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 15.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.31"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 91 km
2009 Bill Category 1 219 km
2003 Juan Category 2 61 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 214 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 157 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 4.1 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.3 in Driest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Brackley has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (3.3").

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14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.8% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 95.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+20.8%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Radio Stations near Brackley

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCY 95.1 Charlottetown, PE charlottetown, commercial MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Charlottetown, PE cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
CHLQ-FM "MAX 93.1" Charlottetown, PE mainstream rock, new format rebranding MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Île-du-Prince-Édouard) Charlottetown, PE radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CJCB 1270 Sydney, NS commercial, country MP3 64 kbps
CJRW 102.1 "Spud FM" Summerside, PE adult contemporary, commercial MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Brackley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beaconsfield Historic House
COWS Creamery
Doucet House
Farmers' Bank of Rustico
Green Gables
Lucy M. Montgomery's Cavendish Homestead
Selkirk Scottish Heritage Centre
Visitors Centre

Libraries in Brackley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charlottetown Library Learning Centre0.0
Robertson Library0.0
Stratford Public Library0.0
Tiny Library (Seasonal)0.0

Farmers Markets in Brackley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Charlottetown Farmers Market

Breweries in Brackley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
PEI Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Brackley

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Brackley

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Summerside AirportYSUMedium Airport
Cable Head Airpark-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport
Trenton Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brackley

What is the population of Brackley?

Brackley has a population of 586 residents and is located in Prince Edward Island. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50% male.

Is Brackley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Brackley safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Brackley receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Brackley?

Brackley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 15.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brackley?

The job market in Brackley faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $858. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 14.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brackley?

The median home value in Brackley is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $855. The homeownership rate is 85.1%.

How are the schools in Brackley?

14.9% of adults in Brackley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.8% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Brackley?

The average commute in Brackley is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brackley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brackley is 95.8% White, 3.4% Asian. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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