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Britannia Beach, BC
British Columbia · Vancouver Metro
Britannia Beach is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 384. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How Britannia Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
C+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Britannia Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Britannia Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Britannia Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Britannia Beach is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Britannia Beach is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Britannia Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 116.3 inches, including 335.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Britannia Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Britannia Beach vs U.S. Average
Income: Britannia Beach vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,768 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,858 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $901 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 12 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $560,468 |
| 99% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,072 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 154 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Britannia Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,840/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.6274°N, 123.2048°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | — | 88 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 29 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 37 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 55 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 114 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 11.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 7.7 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 7.5 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 10.8 in |
Britannia Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 31°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.6") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3,840/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Radio Stations near Britannia Beach
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80's New Wave Radio | 80's, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC | 13 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 | abbotsford, punjab | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC | smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CITR - University of British Columbia | campus radio, eclectic | AAC | |
| Ritmo X99 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RED FM | media discussion, punjabi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Bonita X101 | 2000s, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC | classic hits, community radio | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Britannia Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Island Historians Museum and Archive | ||||
| Railway Museum of British Columbia | ||||
| The Britannia Mine Museum |
Libraries in Britannia Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Island Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Squamish Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Britannia Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Farm | |||||
| Refresh Market |
Cafes in Britannia Beach
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Britannia Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-Frame Brewing | ||||
| Backcountry Brewing | ||||
| Cliffside Cider | ||||
| Howe Sound Brewing | ||||
| Northyards Cider Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Britannia Beach
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Seymour | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Whistler Blackcomb | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Blackcomb Tube Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Old Blackcomb Halfpipe | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Biathlon Range | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Callaghan | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Britannia Beach
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pemberton Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Squamish Airport | YSE | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Britannia Beach?
Britannia Beach has a population of 384 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 3,840 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
Is Britannia Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Britannia Beach safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Britannia Beach receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Britannia Beach?
Britannia Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 116.3 inches, with 335.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Britannia Beach?
The unemployment rate in Britannia Beach is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Britannia Beach?
The median home value in Britannia Beach is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Britannia Beach?
32.9% of adults in Britannia Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Britannia Beach?
The average commute in Britannia Beach is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Britannia Beach?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Britannia Beach is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.