Amesbury vs Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 8.8 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Ludgershall (wiltshire) wins on house prices with a 12% gap. Ludgershall (wiltshire) has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Ludgershall (wiltshire) edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Amesbury
£318,972
Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
£284,878
Crime Rate
Amesbury
48.8
Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
48.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Amesbury
60.0%
Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
66.7%
Avg Download Speed
Amesbury
348.9
Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
267.1
EPC Rating
Amesbury
69.6
Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
70.5
Median Income
Amesbury
£30,797
Ludgershall (Wiltshire)
£33,233
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South WestProperty in Amesbury commands an average of £318,972, compared with £284,878 in Ludgershall (wiltshire) – a difference of 12%. The most affordable entry point in Amesbury is a flat at £159,281, while in Ludgershall (wiltshire) it is a flat at £157,097.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 6% pricier in Amesbury (£407,568 vs £383,000).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Ludgershall (wiltshire) prices grew faster — 36% vs 22%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South WestResidents of Ludgershall (wiltshire) experience less crime overall, with a rate of 48.7 per 1,000 versus 48.8 per 1,000 in Amesbury. The most common crime category in Amesbury is violent-crime, while in Ludgershall (wiltshire) 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 WestFamilies may prefer Ludgershall (wiltshire), where 66.7% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 60% in Amesbury. There are 5 schools in Amesbury and 3 in Ludgershall (wiltshire).
Amesbury School Inspection Breakdown
60% of 5 schools (4 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Ludgershall (Wiltshire) School Inspection Breakdown
66.7% of 3 schools (2 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Amesbury | Ludgershall (Wiltshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 5 | 3 |
| Primary | 4 | 2 |
| Secondary | 1 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 60% | 66.7% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 348.9 Mbps in Amesbury and 267.1 Mbps in Ludgershall (wiltshire). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 92.8% of premises in Amesbury and 83% in Ludgershall (wiltshire). Gigabit availability stands at 65% in Amesbury and 47.2% in Ludgershall (wiltshire).
Amesbury is the faster of the two by 31% on average download speed (349 vs 267 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Ludgershall (wiltshire) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.5 (C), while Amesbury averages 69.6 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,284 in Amesbury and £1,253 in Ludgershall (wiltshire). 62% of homes in Amesbury have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 65.2% in Ludgershall (wiltshire).
Ludgershall (wiltshire) has more energy-efficient housing — 65.2% reach band C or above, vs 62% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £33,233.3 in Ludgershall (wiltshire) and £30,796.5 in Amesbury. The median age is 45.4 in Amesbury and 44.3 in Ludgershall (wiltshire). Owner-occupancy is 67.8% in Amesbury versus 66.8% in Ludgershall (wiltshire). Employment rates stand at 61% in Amesbury and 62.2% in Ludgershall (wiltshire).
| Indicator | Amesbury | Ludgershall (Wiltshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,676 | 5,400 |
| Median Age | 45.4 | 44.3 |
| Median Household Income | £30,796.5 | £33,233.3 |
| Employment Rate | 61% | 62.2% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.8% | 66.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 35% | 35% |
Location
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far apart are Amesbury and Ludgershall (wiltshire)?
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Amesbury or Ludgershall (wiltshire)?
Is Amesbury or Ludgershall (wiltshire) safer?
Which has better schools, Amesbury or Ludgershall (wiltshire)?
Which has faster broadband, Amesbury or Ludgershall (wiltshire)?
Keep exploring