Adlington (Chorley) vs Fulwood
Which is better to live in? Distance: 12.5 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Fulwood wins on house prices with a 21% gap. Adlington (chorley) has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Adlington (chorley) edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Adlington (Chorley)
£291,217
Fulwood
£239,905
Crime Rate
Adlington (Chorley)
56.9
Fulwood
96.6
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Adlington (Chorley)
100.0%
Fulwood
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Adlington (Chorley)
412.7
Fulwood
413.9
EPC Rating
Adlington (Chorley)
72.4
Fulwood
72
Median Income
Adlington (Chorley)
£29,475
Fulwood
£28,478
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Adlington (chorley) commands an average of £291,217, compared with £239,905 in Fulwood – a difference of 21%. The most affordable entry point in Adlington (chorley) is a flat at £130,000, while in Fulwood it is a flat at £99,357.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 38% pricier in Adlington (chorley) (£477,334 vs £345,209).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Adlington (chorley) prices grew faster — 44% vs 3%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestResidents of Adlington (chorley) experience less crime overall, with a rate of 56.9 per 1,000 versus 96.6 per 1,000 in Fulwood. The most common crime category in Adlington (chorley) is violent-crime, while in Fulwood 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 North WestFamilies may prefer Adlington (chorley), where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Fulwood. There are 4 schools in Adlington (chorley) and 17 in Fulwood.
Adlington (Chorley) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (4 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Fulwood School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 17 schools (13 primary, 4 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Adlington (Chorley) | Fulwood |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 4 | 17 |
| Primary | 4 | 13 |
| Secondary | 0 | 4 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 413.9 Mbps in Fulwood and 412.7 Mbps in Adlington (chorley). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 92.5% of premises in Adlington (chorley) and 98.1% in Fulwood. Gigabit availability stands at 79% in Adlington (chorley) and 78.8% in Fulwood.
Fulwood is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (414 vs 413 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Adlington (chorley) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 72.4 (C), while Fulwood averages 72 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,132 in Adlington (chorley) and £1,105 in Fulwood. 69.3% of homes in Adlington (chorley) have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 68.6% in Fulwood.
Adlington (chorley) has more energy-efficient housing — 69.3% reach band C or above, vs 68.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,475 in Adlington (chorley) and £28,478 in Fulwood. The median age is 41.5 in Adlington (chorley) and 39.5 in Fulwood. Owner-occupancy is 66.3% in Adlington (chorley) versus 58.3% in Fulwood. Employment rates stand at 56.3% in Adlington (chorley) and 56.2% in Fulwood.
| Indicator | Adlington (Chorley) | Fulwood |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,777 | 34,693 |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 39.5 |
| Median Household Income | £29,475 | £28,478 |
| Employment Rate | 56.3% | 56.2% |
| Owner Occupied | 66.3% | 58.3% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 30.3% | 31.7% |
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