Town comparison
Amersham vs Aston Clinton
Which is better to live in? 10.1 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Aston Clinton wins on house prices with a 26% gap. Amersham has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Amersham edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Amersham
£743,166
Aston Clinton
£588,817
Crime Rate
Amersham
59.2
Aston Clinton
59.2
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Amersham
100.0%
Aston Clinton
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Amersham
428.1
Aston Clinton
365.1
EPC Rating
Amersham
70.5
Aston Clinton
70.5
Median Income
Amersham
£35,471
Aston Clinton
£35,471
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South EastAt £588,817, Aston Clinton undercuts Amersham (£743,166) by around 26% on average house prices. The most affordable entry point in Amersham is a flat at £333,169, while in Aston Clinton it is a flat at £308,125.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 59% pricier in Amersham (£597,436 vs £376,548).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Amersham prices grew faster — 23% vs 11%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South EastResidents of Amersham experience less crime overall, with a rate of 59.2 per 1,000 versus 59.2 per 1,000 in Aston Clinton. The most common crime category in Amersham is violent-crime, while in Aston Clinton 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 EastOf the 9 schools in Amersham, 100% are in the top two inspection bands. In Aston Clinton, which has 1 schools, the figure is 100%.
Amersham School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 9 schools (7 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Aston Clinton School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Amersham | Aston Clinton |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 9 | 1 |
| Primary | 7 | 1 |
| Secondary | 2 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Broadband in Amersham averages 428.1 Mbps – ahead of Aston Clinton's 365.1 Mbps. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 98.8% of premises in Amersham and 87.9% in Aston Clinton. Gigabit availability stands at 82.9% in Amersham and 67.8% in Aston Clinton.
Amersham is the faster of the two by 17% on average download speed (428 vs 365 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Amersham leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.5 (C), while Aston Clinton averages 70.5 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,241 in Amersham and £1,241 in Aston Clinton. 65.8% of homes in Amersham have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 65.8% in Aston Clinton.
Amersham has more energy-efficient housing — 65.8% reach band C or above, vs 65.8% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £35,471 in Amersham and £35,471 in Aston Clinton. The median age is 43.4 in Amersham and 43.4 in Aston Clinton. Owner-occupancy is 70% in Amersham versus 70% in Aston Clinton. Employment rates stand at 61.6% in Amersham and 61.6% in Aston Clinton.
| Indicator | Amersham | Aston Clinton |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,377 | 5,511 |
| Median Age | 43.4 | 43.4 |
| Median Household Income | £35,471 | £35,471 |
| Employment Rate | 61.6% | 61.6% |
| Owner Occupied | 70% | 70% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 41% | 41% |
Location
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far apart are Amersham and Aston Clinton?
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Amersham or Aston Clinton?
Is Amersham or Aston Clinton safer?
Which has better schools, Amersham or Aston Clinton?
Which has faster broadband, Amersham or Aston Clinton?
Keep exploring