Bristol, Bristol TN — neighborhood review

Bristol, TN

Bristol · TN 37620

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$189K

Median Price

18/100

Walk Score

6.8/10

Schools

327 min

to Nashville, TN

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
C+Schools
68/100
B-Quietness
70/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score55/100

Our Take

Bristol, TN is a relatively quiet and affordable community with a mix of young and older residents. It offers a suburban lifestyle with access to the Tri-Cities region. However, its walkability and school options are limited.

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The Good

  • Affordable housing options
  • Close-knit community with a strong sense of neighborhood
  • Scenic views of the surrounding mountains
  • Access to outdoor recreational activities

Real Talk

  • !Limited walkability and public transportation options
  • !Variable quality of local schools
  • !Long commute to Nashville or other major cities
  • $Higher costs for home maintenance and repairs
  • $Potential property tax increases
  • $Limited access to advanced healthcare services

Best For

Families with young childrenFirst-time homebuyers on a budgetRetirees seeking a quiet, small-town lifestyle

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Bristol, TN

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Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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