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Moving to Bristol, PA
$400,619Median list
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About Bristol
Bristol is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, about 20 miles northeast of Center City Philadelphia. The population was 9,861 at the 2020 census. It is located 23 miles (37 km) northeast of Center City in Philadelphia opposite Burlington, New Jersey, on the Delaware River. Profile data read September 25, 2026.
Home prices in Bristol
The median list in Bristol is $400,619.
Top places in Bristol
- Delaware Canal.
- Lehigh Canal.
- Morris Canal.
- Hudson Canal.
- Raritan Canal.
- Bristol Historic District.
- Bristol Industrial Historic District.
Commuting from Bristol
- SEPTA Regional Rail Trenton Line; Bristol station serves the town (per Wikipedia, read September 25, 2026).
- Typical weekday ride to Center City: approximately 50 minutes (approximate; varies by train and stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to Center City Philadelphia: ~50 minutes (approximate; varies with traffic).
Schools in Bristol
Public schools: Bristol Borough School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Bristol FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bristol, PA?
The median list in Bristol is $400,619. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Bristol, PA?
SEPTA Regional Rail Trenton Line; Bristol station serves the town (per Wikipedia, read September 25, 2026). - Which school district serves Bristol, PA?
Bristol is served by Bristol Borough School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.