Bristol, Pennsylvania
Bristol: The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
About
Bristol is a city located in the county of Bucks in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 54,582 and a population density of 27,848 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 53,311 inhabitants.
The city was created 345 years ago in 1680.
Quick Facts about Bristol
| Population | 53,311 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Bucks County |
| Postal code | 19007 |
| Phone Area Codes | 215 |
| Area | 1.96 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1007,-74.8518 |
| Altitude | 20 feet / 6 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1681 (345 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 04:03:58 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 27,199 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Bristol is located at 40°6'2"N 74°51'7"W (40.1006700, -74.8518300).
Bristol map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Bristol decreased by 2.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54,582 | - | census |
| 2011 | 54,527 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 54,386 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 54,235 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 54,056 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 53,888 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 53,729 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 53,602 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 53,578 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 53,473 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 53,311 | -0.3% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Bristol
1Bristol Wharf
100-148 Basin Park, Bristol, PA 19007, United States View details
Phone: +12157819895
2Silver Lake Park
1306 Bath Rd, Bristol, PA 19007, United States View details
Phone: +12157570571 | Website available
3Silver Lake Nature Center
1306 Bath Rd, Bristol, PA 19007, United States View details
Phone: +12157851177 | Website available
4Delaware Canal State Park (Trail)
150 Basin Park, Bristol, PA 19007, United States View details
Phone: +18887272757 | Website available
5Grundy Museum
610 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007, United States View details
Phone: +12157889432 | Website available
People born in Bristol (33)
People born in Bristol, including science fiction and fantasy writer Poul Anderson, actress Lauren Holly, politician Joseph McIlvaine, .
More notable people
- Daniel W. Bursch (American astronaut) he was born in 25/07/1957
- Neal Burns (actor (1892-1969)) he was born in 26/06/1892
- Bob Kirsh (producer, writer and actor) he was born in 26/09/1962
- Ileen Getz (American actress) she was born in 07/08/1961
- Thomas Godfrey (American optician and inventor) he was born in 10/01/1704
- Charlie Saxton (American actor) he was born in 01/01/1990
- Bryan Ward (American baseball player) he was born in 28/01/1972
- Chris Jackson (Professional gridiron football player) he was born in 26/02/1975
- Christopher Gattelli (American choreographer)
- Dan Potts (American baseball player) he was born in 01/01/1869
- Daniel P. Gordon (Rhode Island politician) he was born in 12/05/1969
- Ed Whited (American baseball player) he was born in 09/02/1964
- Eddie James (murderer) he was born in 04/08/1961
- Jason Rader (Player of American football) he was born in 12/04/1981
- Joe McEwing (Major League baseball player) he was born in 19/10/1972
- John Thompson Dorrance (American chemist and businessman (1873-1930)) he was born in 11/11/1873
- Kevin Kelly (Player of American football (b. 1987)) he was born in 01/08/1987
- Mark M. Gillen (American politician) he was born in 06/11/1955
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bristol, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 214944 | Pennco Tech-Bristol | Bristol (PA) | 19007 |
| 213552 | Levittown Beauty Academy | Levittown (PA) | 19054 |
| 215114 | Cairn University-Langhorne | Langhorne (PA) | 19047-2990 |
| 212753 | Empire Beauty School-NE Philadelphia | Philadelphia (PA) | 19154 |
| 212568 | Aria Health School of Nursing | Trevose (PA) | 19053-6939 |
Nearby Transit Stations (26)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bristol, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CWH | Cornwells Heights | 700 Station Ave. | RAIL |
| TRE | Trenton Transit Center | 72 South Clinton Avenue | RAIL |
| PNK | Pennsauken, NJ | 215 Derousse Avenue | BUS |
| CRH | Cherry Hill, New Jersey | Cornell Ave. & West Marlton Pike | OTHER |
| PHN | North Philadelphia station | 2900 North Broad St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Bristol.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Post Office | Bristol (PA) | 19007 |
| Burlington Post Office | Burlington (NJ) | 08016 |
| Floren Post Office | Florence (NJ) | 08518 |
| Croydon Post Office | Croydon (PA) | 19021 |
| Bensalem Post Office | Bensalem (PA) | 19020 |
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- Bristol, Connecticut The most populous city in Hartford County, Connecticut. with a population of 59,734 people.
- Bristol, Illinois township in Kendall County, Illinois with a population of 30,486 people.
- Bristol, Tennessee city in Tennessee with a population of 27,142 people.
- Bristol, Rhode Island town in Rhode Island with a population of 21,866 people.
- Bristol, Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 17,329 people.
- Bristol, Wisconsin village in Kenosha County, Wisconsin with a population of 5,145 people.
- Bristol, Vermont town in the United States with a population of 3,838 people.
- Bristol, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire with a population of 3,156 people.
- Bristol, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 2,796 people.
- Bristol, Ohio township in Morgan County, Ohio with a population of 2,747 people.
- Bristol, New York city in Ontario County, New York, United States of America with a population of 2,226 people.
- Bristol, Indiana town in Indiana with a population of 1,697 people.
- Bristol, Florida city in and the county seat of Liberty County, Florida, United States with a population of 977 people.
- Bristol, Minnesota township in Fillmore County, Minnesota with a population of 416 people.
- Bristol, South Dakota city in Day County, South Dakota, United States with a population of 57 people.
Other cities in Bucks County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bucks County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bensalem | 60,491 | Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Levittown | 52,983 | Census-designated place in Nassau County, New York |
| Warminster | 32,257 | Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania |
| Croydon | 9,693 | A borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. |
| Perkasie | 8,855 | Borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania in the United States |
| Quakertown | 8,757 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Morrisville | 8,605 | Town in Wake County, North Carolina, United States |
| Solebury | 8,521 | Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania |
| Fairless Hills | 8,466 | Census designated place in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Doylestown | 8,248 | Borough and county seat of Bucks County, Pennsylvania in the United States |
| Bedminster | 7,224 | Township of New Jersey |
| Richboro | 6,563 | Census designated place |
| Warrington | 4,678 | Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania |
| Chalfont | 4,318 | Municipality in Bucks County, Pennsylvania |
| Sellersville | 4,274 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Churchville | 4,128 | Unincorporated community in Virginia |
Distance to Other Cities
Bristol distances to largest Pennsylvania cities