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Bristol

Cost of living, housing, transport and neighborhoods in Bristol.

England — South West · Europe ·UTC+0/UTC+1
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HighCost
★★★★☆Safety
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700,000Population

City Overview

Bristol is the largest city in southwest England and a capital of creativity and aerospace (Airbus, Rolls-Royce sites), with rising digital and green tech. Green and livable with a strong culture (street art, music), it is repeatedly ranked among the UK’s most livable cities. Close to London (~1.5 h by rail) but cheaper — the economic, tech and cultural center of the South West.

Cost of Living Snapshot

1BR Apartment £1,100–1,650/mo (centre); £850–1,250/mo (outer)
Dining Out £13–19 (pub/casual); £48–78 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Transport Monthly pass ~£72; ride-hailing from £6
Monthly Groceries £210–330/mo (groceries)
USD Reference: Approx. USD 1,480–2,220/mo (1BR centre)· at 2026-07-21 FX rates
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Source: RichBay editorial estimate — indicative, not guaranteed Estimate baseline: 2026-06-21 · Actual costs vary by location, timing, and personal lifestyle.

Getting Around

Buses + MetroBus + National Rail; contactless (no metro). Bristol Airport (BRS). Strong cycling culture, hilly, walkable centre.

Housing & Neighborhoods

City Center City Centre/Harbourside (core)
International Hub Clifton (upscale/historic)
Quiet & Residential Stokes Croft/Bedminster (creative/livable)
Budget-Friendly Outer/South Gloucestershire (value)

Why Live Here

  • Largest SW city; aerospace & creative capital
  • Green, livable; repeatedly UK’s most livable
  • Near London but cheaper
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