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Briston, United Kingdom
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Briston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,057. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Briston
Briston is a village, civil parish, and electoral ward in the English county of Norfolk. It is 3.5 miles (5.6Â km) south-west of Holt and 19 miles (31Â km) north-west of Norwich.
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| Population | 3,057 |
| Population Density | 662 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.8537°, 1.0590° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.6 inches (675 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $43,640 |
| Median Age | 54.8 years |
About Briston
Briston is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,057. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Briston vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Briston vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,640 |
| 42% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,640 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $839 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 278 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 24.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $386,968 |
| 37% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,091 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,223 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 662/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8537°N, 1.0590°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in |
Briston has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.2% |
| 22% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 42.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 662/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 24.3% |
Schools in Briston
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Briston
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardrock Hell | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Norwich | classical, comedy | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Future Radio | alternative, community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Briston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aylsham Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum | ||||
| City of Norwich Aviation Museum | ||||
| Cromer Museum | ||||
| Dragon Hall | ||||
| Fakenham Museum of Gas and Local History | ||||
| Fishermen's Lifeboat Museum | ||||
| Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse | ||||
| Gunton Park Sawmill | ||||
| Henry Blogg Lifeboat Museum | ||||
| Langham Dome | ||||
| Mid-Norfolk Railway Museum Room | ||||
| Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell | ||||
| Norwich Castle Museum | ||||
| Peter Coke Shell Gallery | ||||
| Sheringham Museum at The Mo | ||||
| Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds | ||||
| St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum | ||||
| Strangers' Hall | ||||
| The House of Correction | ||||
| The Muckleburgh Military Collection | ||||
| The Shell Museum | ||||
| The South Asia Collection | ||||
| William Marriott Museum |
Libraries in Briston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Air Division Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aylsham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Childrens Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Costessey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cromer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dereham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Earlham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Express Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fakenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hellesdon High Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hellesdon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holt Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mile Cross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reepham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sheringham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taverham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuckswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UEA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wells Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Earlham Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Briston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Car Boot | |||||
| Norwich Market | |||||
| St Ssaviour's Yard | |||||
| The Late One - Car Boot Sale |
Gas Stations in Briston
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Briston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Day Brewing Co. | ||||
| The Brewery Tap |
Airports Near Briston
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Airport | NWI | Medium Airport |
| RAF Honington | BEQ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lakenheath | LKZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Marham | KNF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Mildenhall | MHZ | Medium Airport |
| Wattisham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Beccles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Tile Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Church Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Debach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Felthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Foxburrow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Massingham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Great Yarmouth - North Denes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gunton Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hinderclay Meadows Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Horham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ivy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kimberley Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knettishall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lark Engine Farmhouse Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lavenham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Haugh Hall Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Little Snoring Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Long Stratton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ludham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mendlesham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Monewden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Morley Saint Botolph Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newmarket Heath / Rowley Mile Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Briston
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bale Post Office | |
| Melton Constable Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Briston
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All Saints | |
| All Saints | |
| All Saints' Church | |
| Saint Andrew | |
| Saint Lawrence | |
| Saint Mary | |
| Saint Mary's | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Saint Maurice's | |
| Saint Peter | |
| Saint Peter and Saint Paul | |
| The Salvation Army - Briston |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Briston?
Briston has a population of 3,057 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 662 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.9% male.
Is Briston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $43,640, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $386,968 (37% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Briston?
Briston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.
How is the job market in Briston?
Briston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $839. There are 278 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Briston?
The median home value in Briston is $386,968. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.
How are the schools in Briston?
26.2% of adults in Briston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Briston?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Briston is 2.2% White, 0.7% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.