Annfield Plain vs Rowlands Gill
Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.2 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Annfield Plain wins on house prices with a 58% gap. Annfield Plain has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Annfield Plain edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Annfield Plain
£98,964
Rowlands Gill
£235,861
Crime Rate
Annfield Plain
89.1
Rowlands Gill
90.0
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Annfield Plain
100.0%
Rowlands Gill
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Annfield Plain
401.9
Rowlands Gill
380.3
EPC Rating
Annfield Plain
71
Rowlands Gill
71
Median Income
Annfield Plain
£27,952
Rowlands Gill
£27,952
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North EastProperty in Rowlands Gill commands an average of £235,861, compared with £98,964 in Annfield Plain – a difference of 58%. The most affordable entry point in Annfield Plain is a terraced at £82,455, while in Rowlands Gill it is a terraced at £129,904.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 39% pricier in Rowlands Gill (£384,243 vs £233,000).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Annfield Plain prices grew faster — 39% vs 37%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North EastResidents of Annfield Plain experience less crime overall, with a rate of 89.1 per 1,000 versus 90 per 1,000 in Rowlands Gill. The most common crime category in Annfield Plain is violent-crime, while in Rowlands Gill 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 EastFamilies may prefer Annfield Plain, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Rowlands Gill. There are 4 schools in Annfield Plain and 3 in Rowlands Gill.
Annfield Plain School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (4 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Rowlands Gill School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Annfield Plain | Rowlands Gill |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 4 | 3 |
| Primary | 4 | 3 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 401.9 Mbps in Annfield Plain and 380.3 Mbps in Rowlands Gill. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96.1% of premises in Annfield Plain and 90.8% in Rowlands Gill. Gigabit availability stands at 75.7% in Annfield Plain and 72.5% in Rowlands Gill.
Annfield Plain is the faster of the two by 6% on average download speed (402 vs 380 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Annfield Plain leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71 (C), while Rowlands Gill averages 71 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,147 in Annfield Plain and £1,147 in Rowlands Gill. 66.6% of homes in Annfield Plain have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 66.6% in Rowlands Gill.
Annfield Plain has more energy-efficient housing — 66.6% reach band C or above, vs 66.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £27,952 in Annfield Plain and £27,952 in Rowlands Gill. The median age is 44.5 in Annfield Plain and 44.5 in Rowlands Gill. Owner-occupancy is 60.2% in Annfield Plain versus 60.2% in Rowlands Gill. Employment rates stand at 52.7% in Annfield Plain and 52.7% in Rowlands Gill.
| Indicator | Annfield Plain | Rowlands Gill |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,786 | 5,254 |
| Median Age | 44.5 | 44.5 |
| Median Household Income | £27,952 | £27,952 |
| Employment Rate | 52.7% | 52.7% |
| Owner Occupied | 60.2% | 60.2% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 27.4% | 27.4% |
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