Two Bristols, One Name
Ask for an address in Bristol and the first question is simple. Do you mean the borough or the township? Bristol Borough is the small, dense river town on the Delaware. Bristol Township wraps around it on three sides and includes part of Levittown.
The two places have separate governments and separate school districts. The borough is served by the Bristol Borough School District, which covers about 1.7 square miles. The township has its own Bristol Township School District. LiteMovers checks which side of the line you are on before we plan your truck, parking and timing.
This page focuses on the old borough, where moving takes the most planning. For township homes in Levittown sections, see our Levittown movers page. For the full county, visit our Bucks County movers hub.
Moving in the Bristol Historic District
Bristol grew around a Delaware River ferry that started in 1681. The town became a canal hub after the Delaware Division of the Pennsylvania Canal opened in 1832. Bristol was its southern end. Wharves, docks and warehouses once lined the riverfront.
Today the Bristol Historic District holds more than 300 buildings, mostly homes. Its edges follow Radcliffe Street, Mill Street and the river. You will find Federal, Victorian and mid-1800s revival styles. Many homes on the 300 block of Radcliffe Street date from about 1855 on.
What Old Homes Mean for Your Move
- ✓Narrow front doors and tight vestibules that need padding and careful turns.
- ✓Steep, winding stairs that make box springs and dressers hard to carry.
- ✓Plaster walls and original woodwork that we cover before the first trip.
- ✓Antiques and family pieces that need custom wrap and blanket padding.
- ✓Basements and attics full of items stored over many decades.
For older furniture and heirlooms, our estate item handling adds extra care. We wrap each piece by itself and load it last so it rides on top.
Parking on Bristol’s Tight Blocks
Parking is the biggest moving-day challenge in the borough. Many homes are about 20 feet wide and stand side by side. Few have a driveway or a garage. Residents have told borough council that finding a space near home is a daily struggle.
Mill Street now has parking meters, which can push cars onto side streets. Events like Italian Day and busy nights at the waterfront fill spaces even faster. The free Mill Street Parking Lot sits on the filled-in canal basin near Riverfront Park.
Our Bristol Borough Parking Plan
We plan the truck spot before the crew leaves the warehouse. Here is how we do it.
- ✓We ask you to save curb space the night before, if your block allows it.
- ✓We pick a truck size that fits the block, not the biggest one we own.
- ✓We avoid event weekends and set start times around Mill Street traffic.
- ✓We check the borough’s current rules before we park a large truck.
Moving On or Off Radcliffe Street?
Call LiteMovers and tell us your block. We will plan the truck, the crew and the parking with you.
Who Moves in Bristol
Bristol draws buyers who want old-town charm near the river. Some come up from Philadelphia on Route 13, also called Bristol Pike. Others commute out on SEPTA’s Trenton Line from Bristol station. The Burlington-Bristol Bridge, reached by Route 413, links the borough to Burlington, New Jersey.
That bridge makes short cross-river moves common. Our New Jersey moving service handles moves both ways across the Delaware. For a one-room apartment or a few pieces, our small moves service keeps things simple.
Owners who are fixing up an older house often need space while work is done. Our packing and storage service keeps your things in sealed wooden vaults near King of Prussia. Each vault has a signed inventory and 24-hour video watch.
Nearby Towns We Serve
Bristol sits between Bensalem and Levittown along the river corridor. We also move families in Bensalem and the planned streets of Fairless Hills.
LiteMovers is a family-owned company in business since 2007. We hold USDOT 2173383, PA PUC 8916211 and MC-888055. Our team works Monday through Saturday from 9 to 5.
Get a Free Bristol Moving Estimate
Call (610) 755-5535 or toll-free 1-877-798-8989. We will help you plan a smooth move in the borough or the township.
Questions About Moving in Bristol, PA
Is Bristol Borough the same as Bristol Township?
No, they are separate municipalities. Bristol Borough is the small historic town on the Delaware River. Bristol Township surrounds it on three sides and includes part of Levittown. Each has its own government, rules and school district, so we confirm your exact address first.
Where can a moving truck park in Bristol Borough?
It depends on your block. Most borough homes have no driveway, so the truck uses curb space. We ask you to save room out front when allowed and plan around Mill Street meters and local events. We check current borough rules before moving day.
Can LiteMovers move antiques from a historic Bristol home?
Yes, we move older furniture and heirlooms often. Each piece gets its own wrap and blanket padding. We also protect plaster walls, banisters and old woodwork. Steep stairs and narrow doors get measured before we lift anything heavy.
Do you move from Bristol to Burlington, New Jersey?
Yes, we handle moves across the Delaware in both directions. The Burlington-Bristol Bridge connects the two towns by way of Route 413. LiteMovers holds USDOT and MC numbers for moves that cross state lines.
Which school district serves Bristol Borough?
The Bristol Borough School District serves homes inside the borough. Bristol Township homes are in the separate Bristol Township School District. If school timing matters, check your new address with the district before you pick a move date.
Can you store my things while I renovate a Bristol house?
Yes, we offer storage for renovation projects. We pack and load your items into sealed wooden vaults in a private warehouse near King of Prussia. Each vault has a signed inventory and video watch around the clock. We deliver when your work is done.
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