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Having a good place to live is important. Through your Public Housing Agency (or PHA) the Section 8 Certificate Program and the Housing Voucher Program help you to rent a good place. You are free to choose any house or apartment you like, as long as it meets certain requirements for quality. Under
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- Moving to Bristol: Good Areas to Live in
- An Author’S Note
- Moving to Bristol: Places to Avoid
- Cost of Living in Bristol vs London
- Living in Bristol: Work
- Living in Bristol: Transport
- Living in Bristol: Food
- Why Is Bristol So Easy to Fall in Love with?
- Should You Move to Bristol?
As with most cities, there are good areas to live in, and bad ones. There are a number of up and coming areas in Bristol, plus those areas that have always been good to live in. The following places that I recommend are all based on my own experiences, but you will also find that most forum threads agree with this list of good areas to live in Bris...
As with any consideration in moving house, the advice will always be to rent somewhere for 6-12 months before purchasing. Unless you know an area is definitely the one for you, it is best to rent before buying just in case it’s not quite as rosy as you first thought. And when viewing properties (for both rent and buying), take some time to walk aro...
As can be expected, there are always going to be places that should be avoided, especially if moving to Bristol. When I was first looking for somewhere to rent in the city, a local woman overheard me phoning letting agents during my working lunch and started listing places I should avoid living in. She’d overheard me looking for somewhere in St Pau...
With Bristol often being compared to London, there of course comes a time when the cost of living in Bristol vs London should also be compared. In some respects, Bristol is thought of as a ‘baby London’, but there are a few notable differences, such as the hipster vibe, accent and cost of living in Bristol.
Bristol has always had a fantastic seaport, allowing the trade of goods to be ever expanding. In the current climate, Bristol trades heavily in motor vehicles (Bristol is actually the largest importer to the UK), grain, timber, fresh produce and petroleum products. Aside from the city’s nautical connections, Bristol’s economy is reliant on aerospac...
I’m not going to lie, transport in Bristol (and throughout the UK) is not the best. Having travelled extensively on Italy’s rail networks, the Paris Metro and even buses in Hawaii, I know that the UK has a lot to learn when it comes to transportation (especially public transport).
You may have noticed that food plays quite a large part in my blog, so it should come as no surprise that a moving to Bristol guide would also include a food section. Bristol is perfect for foodies! They are on top of all the latest trends, including veganism, bubble tea and local produce, whilst also ensuring many chain restaurants are available a...
Hopefully reading this guide has given you lots of food for thought ahead of living in Bristol. But did you know that Bristol has also been voted the best city in the UK multiple times? If you ask any native Bristolian what they like about living in Bristol, you’ll likely hear one of these things or a combination of them: 1. Bristol has a diverse, ...
If you were to ask me “Should I move to Bristol?”, then my answer would simply be: “Yes, you totally should! There are so many reasons why!” Although let’s face it, I’m a biased resident having called this home for the past five years. But don’t just take my word for it – let the awards speak for itself! 1. Named the best place to live in Britain i...
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Pros. Livability. Cost of Living. Crime. Education. Cons. Population Size. Details of Pros and Cons. Living in Bristol, Pennsylvania. Bristol is a very small borough in the state of Pennsylvania which is located in the county of Bucks. Bristol in the past 5 years has seen a slight decrease in residents.
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Oct 19, 2023 · October 19, 2023. Accommodation, Lifestyle. Contents. The Best Areas to Live in Bristol. Bristol is by far one of the best cities to live in in the UK. Of course, like all cities, nothing is perfect, and some neighbourhoods are better than others, but the positives of the city definitely outweigh any negatives you may be able to find.
Mar 28, 2024 · 1. Clifton. As one of the most affluent and sought-after neighborhoods in Bristol, located on the banks of the River Avon, Clifton Village is one of the most in-demand locations for people planning a move to Bristol. Royal York Cresent in Clifton, Bristol.
Jul 13, 2021 · Living in Bristol: 7 reasons to consider moving. Area Guides•Jul 13, 2021. There’s a lot to love about Bristol. This irreverent and energetic city has received widespread recognition for its many virtues: it’s the UK’s only European Green Capital, the best place to live outside of Londonfor the under-26s, Britain’s happiest city ...
Oct 13, 2023 · Bristol – best place to live in the UK? Bristol was voted in the top three happiest places to live and work in the UK in 2023. In addition, the west country city regularly tops polls of the UK’s best places to live. The eighth-largest city in the UK, Bristol is a creative and multicultural metropolis. From the genteel Georgian terraces of ...
