Addlestone vs Tadworth and Epsom Downs
Which is better to live in? Distance: 12.0 miles apart.
The verdict
Addlestone is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 25% lower. Tadworth And Epsom Downs has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Addlestone edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Addlestone
£446,654
Tadworth and Epsom Downs
£598,113
Crime Rate
Addlestone
70.8
Tadworth and Epsom Downs
60.3
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Addlestone
100.0%
Tadworth and Epsom Downs
83.3%
Avg Download Speed
Addlestone
438.2
Tadworth and Epsom Downs
347.4
EPC Rating
Addlestone
73
Tadworth and Epsom Downs
69.4
Median Income
Addlestone
£38,797
Tadworth and Epsom Downs
£38,744
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South EastProperty in Tadworth And Epsom Downs commands an average of £598,113, compared with £446,654 in Addlestone – a difference of 25%. The most affordable entry point in Addlestone is a flat at £244,519, while in Tadworth And Epsom Downs it is a flat at £332,546.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 30% pricier in Tadworth And Epsom Downs (£936,307 vs £651,409).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Tadworth And Epsom Downs prices grew faster — 14% vs 12%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South EastTadworth And Epsom Downs has a crime rate of 60.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17% lower than Addlestone at 70.8 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Addlestone is violent-crime, while in Tadworth And Epsom Downs it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in South EastFamilies may prefer Addlestone, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 83.3% in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. There are 4 schools in Addlestone and 7 in Tadworth And Epsom Downs.
Addlestone School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Tadworth and Epsom Downs School Inspection Breakdown
83.3% of 7 schools (6 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Addlestone | Tadworth and Epsom Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 4 | 7 |
| Primary | 3 | 6 |
| Secondary | 1 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 83.3% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 438.2 Mbps in Addlestone and 347.4 Mbps in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97.1% of premises in Addlestone and 93% in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. Gigabit availability stands at 83.6% in Addlestone and 64.7% in Tadworth And Epsom Downs.
Addlestone is the faster of the two by 26% on average download speed (438 vs 347 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Addlestone leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 73 (C), while Tadworth And Epsom Downs averages 69.4 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,074 in Addlestone and £1,330 in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. 69.6% of homes in Addlestone have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 62% in Tadworth And Epsom Downs.
Addlestone has more energy-efficient housing — 69.6% reach band C or above, vs 62% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £38,796.5 in Addlestone and £38,743.5 in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. The median age is 42.2 in Addlestone and 45.3 in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. Owner-occupancy is 66.4% in Addlestone versus 72.2% in Tadworth And Epsom Downs. Employment rates stand at 61% in Addlestone and 60.5% in Tadworth And Epsom Downs.
| Indicator | Addlestone | Tadworth and Epsom Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,748 | 27,095 |
| Median Age | 42.2 | 45.3 |
| Median Household Income | £38,796.5 | £38,743.5 |
| Employment Rate | 61% | 60.5% |
| Owner Occupied | 66.4% | 72.2% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 40% | 41.7% |
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