Briar Chapel, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
6,084 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
79.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$154,583 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$508,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,441 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chatham County
1
Durham-Chapel Hill Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Chatham County
2
Durham-Chapel Hill Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 40
Feb 3 1 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, NC State Senate District 20, NC State House District 54, NC
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Schools

Margaret B Pollard Middle
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Woods Charter
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Perry W Harrison Elementary
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Duke University Hospital
16 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Duke Regional Hospital
19 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
50 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
98 miles, SE • 1 star
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