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Briston, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,057 Population 662/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,640 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,640 median income, 4.5% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,640
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population3,057
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density662/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,640
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population3,057
Population Density662 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates52.8537°, 1.0590°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,640
Median Age40.6 years

Is Briston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Briston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briston is $43,640, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Briston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Briston has a population of 3,057 with a density of 662 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,057
Total Population
662
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Briston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Other Languages1.7%

Social Characteristics

Briston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briston is $43,640, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 24.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Briston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,640
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

In Briston, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Briston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Briston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density662/sq mi
Coordinates52.8537°N, 1.0590°W
TimezoneEurope/London

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").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density662/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home24.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Briston

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 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Briston expensive to live in?

Briston is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,640, 42% below the national average of $75,149.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

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%.

How are the schools in Briston?

36.2% of adults in Briston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Briston?

The obesity rate in Briston is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

What are the demographics of Briston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Briston is 0.6% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 98.1% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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