Upper Burton Creek: In the Middle of Bryan’s Everyday Convenience

About Upper Burton Creek

Upper Burton Creek feels like one of those pockets of Bryan where errands and evening plans are never a production. Within minutes you can be grabbing groceries at H-E-B, picking up a quick coffee at Starbucks, or heading toward downtown for a night at Carney's Pub and Grill or Revolution Cafe & Bar. That close-in rhythm shapes how the neighborhood lives day to day, especially for people who want to stay connected to the Bryan–College Station side of town without building their schedule around long drives.

A big part of the area’s identity comes from how many schools and civic anchors sit nearby. Families and longtime locals recognize the steady presence of Bryan ISD around here, including Henderson EL practically at the doorstep and BRYAN COLLEGIATE H S just down the road with an A rating. When you’re in a neighborhood that’s this close to Bryan Isd offices and not far from Bryan City Hall, it’s easy to feel plugged into the city’s routines—school events, youth sports, and the everyday hum of a working Bryan neighborhood.

Housing expectations in the broader ZIP line up with what buyers often look for in this part of Bryan: the median home value sits at $254,500, a number that tends to attract first-time buyers and move-down buyers who still want access to the same coffee shops, grocery runs, and school campuses they’ve come to rely on. With a population of 25,762 in the surrounding ZIP, the area has enough energy and turnover to feel active, but it doesn’t read like a transient corridor when you spend time around the neighborhood.

The community is also shaped by its mix of households. In the ZIP, about half of residents own their homes, with a homeownership rate of 50.9%, and the median age is 37.7—so you’ll notice a blend of working professionals, young families, and renters who like being close to major Bryan and College Station destinations. It’s common to see early mornings start with a drive to work and afternoons centered around school pickup, grocery stops, and meeting friends for a tea at H&J's Tea House or a quick catch-up at Polite Coffee Roasters.

Upper Burton Creek tends to draw people who want Bryan to feel easy: quick access to schools, hospitals like St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital, and a lineup of familiar daily stops that makes the neighborhood feel stitched into the practical side of town rather than set apart from it.

Living in Upper Burton Creek Day to Day

Life around Upper Burton Creek is organized by proximity. Grocery options are stacked close together, with H-E-B about 0.8 miles away and Aldi around 1.3 miles, which makes it normal to pop out for a single ingredient instead of planning a weekly haul. When you want something quick, the nearby Walmart Supercenter at roughly 1.7 miles turns into the go-to for late-night household runs, and having Kroger within about 2 miles gives you another easy option depending on your route.

Housing decisions here often come down to what kind of monthly payment you want and how close you want to be to Bryan’s core services. In the surrounding ZIP, the median home value is $254,500, and the median gross rent runs about $1,280 per month, so it’s a place where buyers and renters frequently shop the same area for different reasons—some looking for a first house while others prioritize flexibility. With 12,503 housing units in the ZIP and a near-even split between owner-occupied and renter households, the neighborhood tends to feel mixed rather than uniform.

Schools are a defining part of the routine. For Bryan ISD families, Henderson EL is extremely close, and there’s a deep bench of elementary options within a short drive, including Johnson EL and Mitchell EL, both rated A, plus several B-rated campuses like Crockett EL and Fannin EL. On the high school side, BRYAN COLLEGIATE H S stands out nearby with an A rating and an enrollment of 465, and families who are exploring other public-charter pathways sometimes look at ILTEXAS AGGIELAND H S a bit farther out, also rated A.

Fitness and after-work activity cluster nearby too. Some residents build their week around a membership at Gold's Gym about 0.8 miles away, while others make a habit of catching events near Bronco Stadium. When it’s time to cool off, Bryan Aquatic Center is close enough to feel like part of the neighborhood’s summer routine, and the City Course at the Phillips Event Center gives golfers a practical, not-far option for a quick round.

Because so many households in the area commute by car, the lifestyle leans into quick trips and familiar routes—79.9% of workers in the ZIP drive alone, while about 10.5% work from home. That means weekday mornings often start early, and afternoons can feel busiest around school pick-up times and grocery runs. Evenings are when the neighborhood’s location pays off: you can keep it low-key with tea at Sharetea or meet friends for a drink at The 101 or Downtown Uncorked without turning it into a cross-town commitment.

Things to Do Near Upper Burton Creek

Upper Burton Creek sits close to some of the most practical day-to-day amenities in Bryan, which is why weekends tend to start with quick local stops rather than long drives. A grocery run to H-E-B about 0.8 miles away is easy to pair with coffee at nearby Starbucks locations, or with a treat-style stop at The Chocolate Gallery around 1.7 miles. If you’re more of a local coffee bar person, Polite Coffee Roasters and H&J's Tea House are both close enough to become regular habits.

For nights out, you’re a short ride from a cluster of familiar Bryan and Northgate-area spots. Carney's Pub and Grill is nearby for casual food and a game, while places like Revolution Cafe & Bar and The Proudest Monkey put you close to downtown energy. When you want a louder crowd and a more campus-adjacent scene, The Dry Bean and Dixie Chicken are within about 2.5 miles, which is why residents here can keep a low-key home base and still have plans on short notice.

On the active side, Gold's Gym and Bronco Stadium are both about 0.8 miles away, and Bryan Aquatic Center is close enough to feel like a realistic weeknight option in the summer rather than a special trip.

Neighborhoods Near Upper Burton Creek

Upper Burton Creek is surrounded by established Bryan neighborhoods that give you different “flavors” within a short drive. Just about a mile away, the East Side Historical District offers a more heritage-forward feel and tends to be where people go when they want older Bryan character close to downtown. Memorial Forest is also about a mile out and is often associated with a more tucked-in residential vibe while still keeping you close to the same grocery, school, and hospital conveniences.

To the north and west, places like Tejas and Sul Ross sit around 1.1 miles away, creating a nearby patchwork of streets where residents often share the same shopping and dining routines. Country Club Estates and Escondido, each about 1.2 miles out, are also part of the immediate orbit and give buyers more options when they’re comparing blocks for commute patterns, school access, and how close they want to be to the downtown bar-and-restaurant scene.

If you’re looking for something that reads a bit more suburban in layout, areas like Briarcrest and North Oakwood around 1.5 miles away are common comparison points, along with Garden Acres and North Garden Acres as you move roughly 1.3 to 1.6 miles from Upper Burton Creek.

Local Resources Around Upper Burton Creek

Upper Burton Creek is convenient to the kinds of civic services homeowners use right away, especially during move-in season. For property questions and valuations, the Brazos Central Appraisal District is about a mile away, and Bryan City Hall sits roughly 1.4 miles from the neighborhood, which can be handy for permits, municipal services, and general city support. For county-level needs like vehicle and tax matters, the Brazos County (Tax Department, Tax Assessor-Collector) is close by at about 1.6 miles, while the Brazos County Tax Office is farther out at around 3.6 miles.

Health care access is a practical advantage here. St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital is about 0.7 miles away, so many residents like knowing a major hospital is close for both routine care and emergencies. Caprock Hospital is also nearby at about 2.2 miles, giving you another option without crossing the metro.

For public services and everyday errands, the Bryan-College Station (Bryan Public Library) is around 1.6 miles away, and public safety resources like the Bryan Police Department and Bryan Fire Department are both within a couple of miles. Families navigating enrollment will also appreciate being near Bryan Isd offices, and the neighborhood’s school ties to Bryan ISD are straightforward for day-to-day coordination.

Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Burton Creek

Is Upper Burton Creek a good place to live?

Upper Burton Creek works well for people who want Bryan to feel convenient instead of complicated. In the 77802 area, the median home value is $254,500, and with a median household income of $70,666, many buyers look here for a manageable entry point while staying close to daily needs like H-E-B and St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital. The ZIP’s median age of 37.7 and a homeownership rate of 50.9% point to a mix of homeowners and renters, which shows up in the day-to-day feel—busy school mornings, quick grocery runs, and easy meetups for coffee at places like Polite Coffee Roasters or H&J's Tea House.

Is Upper Burton Creek safe?

Specific crime statistics weren’t provided, so it’s best to evaluate safety block by block and pay attention to lighting, traffic patterns, and how well homes and streets are maintained. Practically speaking, Upper Burton Creek benefits from being close to core city services, including the Bryan Police Department about 1.4 miles away and the Bryan Fire Department around 1.8 miles away. Neighborhoods in this part of Bryan often lean on the usual community habits that support safety—knowing school pickup routines at nearby campuses like Henderson EL and staying connected with neighbors—especially since many residents are commuting households with predictable daily rhythms.

How are the schools in Upper Burton Creek?

Upper Burton Creek is tied closely to Bryan ISD, and you have a unusually large set of nearby campuses within a short drive. BRYAN COLLEGIATE H S is about 0.6 miles away and carries an A rating for grades 9–12, which is a major draw for families planning ahead. On the elementary side, you’ll find A-rated options like Johnson EL and Mitchell EL within roughly 2 to 2.4 miles, plus Henderson EL extremely close to the neighborhood. There are also additional Bryan ISD choices rated B, including Crockett EL and Fannin EL. For families exploring alternatives, ILTEXAS AGGIELAND H S is also nearby and rated A.

What is the cost of living in Upper Burton Creek?

Upper Burton Creek sits in a part of Bryan where overall costs tend to run below the national baseline. Using the regional price parity index where 100 equals the U.S. average, the all-items cost of living index here is 91.0, meaning typical expenses are lower than national norms. Housing is the biggest standout with an index of 75.1, which signals considerably lower housing costs than the U.S. average, while goods come in at 93.8 and utilities at 84.4, both also below 100. Property taxes are a major part of the monthly budget in Brazos County. The city property tax rate is $0.6240 per $100 of valuation, the county rate is $0.4231 per $100, and the Bryan ISD tax rate is $0.9469 per $100. Together, the combined estimated property tax rate is $1.9940 per $100 valuation. While Texas property taxes can feel high compared to some states, Texas has no state income tax, which can change the overall affordability picture for many households moving from out of state.

Is Upper Burton Creek good for families?

Upper Burton Creek can be a solid fit for families who prioritize school access and easy routines. In the surrounding ZIP, 15.1% of residents are under 18, so you’re not isolated from other families and school-aged kids. The proximity to Bryan ISD campuses is a practical advantage, with Henderson EL very close and A-rated options like Johnson EL and Mitchell EL within a short drive, plus BRYAN COLLEGIATE H S nearby for high school. For weekends and summer, Bryan Aquatic Center is close enough to become a regular outing, and grocery runs to H-E-B or Aldi are quick, which matters when you’re juggling schedules.

What is Upper Burton Creek known for?

Upper Burton Creek is known less for being a “destination” neighborhood and more for being embedded in the day-to-day heartbeat of Bryan’s 77802 area. It’s the kind of place where you can be at St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital in minutes, handle property or city needs near Brazos Central Appraisal District and Bryan City Hall, and still be close to the social side of town—Carney's Pub and Grill, Downtown Uncorked, and coffee shops like Polite Coffee Roasters and Harvest Coffee Bar. The neighborhood also stands out for the sheer number of nearby school choices within Bryan ISD, including the A-rated BRYAN COLLEGIATE H S.

What are things to do near Upper Burton Creek?

For a casual night out, residents often head toward Carney's Pub and Grill, The 101, or Revolution Cafe & Bar, all within a couple of miles. If you want the bigger weekend energy, Northgate favorites like Dixie Chicken and The Dry Bean are about 2.5 miles away, making it easy to go out without planning a long ride. Daytime routines lean toward coffee and dessert stops—Polite Coffee Roasters, H&J's Tea House, and The Chocolate Gallery are nearby—and active options like Gold's Gym, Bronco Stadium, and Bryan Aquatic Center help round out weeknight and weekend plans.

What ZIP code is Upper Burton Creek in?

Upper Burton Creek is in ZIP code 77802. If you’re home shopping, 77802 covers a broad, active part of Bryan with a mix of housing and quick access to city services.

Interested in Upper Burton Creek?

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