Town comparison
Aspull vs Chorley
Which is better to live in? 6.0 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Aspull wins on house prices with a 6% gap. Chorley has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Aspull edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Aspull
£270,046
Chorley
£286,099
Crime Rate
Aspull
92.4
Chorley
56.8
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Aspull
100.0%
Chorley
94.1%
Avg Download Speed
Aspull
438.1
Chorley
441.5
EPC Rating
Aspull
71.4
Chorley
72
Median Income
Aspull
£29,107
Chorley
£32,033
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Chorley commands an average of £286,099, compared with £270,046 in Aspull – a difference of 6%. The most affordable entry point in Aspull is a flat at £86,167, while in Chorley it is a flat at £115,085.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 56% pricier in Aspull (£564,608 vs £362,955).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Chorley prices grew faster — 52% vs 46%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestResidents of Chorley experience less crime overall, with a rate of 56.8 per 1,000 versus 92.4 per 1,000 in Aspull. The most common crime category in Aspull is violent-crime, while in Chorley 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 Aspull, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 94.1% in Chorley. There are 3 schools in Aspull and 18 in Chorley.
Aspull School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Chorley School Inspection Breakdown
94.1% of 18 schools (13 primary, 5 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Aspull | Chorley |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 3 | 18 |
| Primary | 3 | 13 |
| Secondary | 0 | 5 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 94.1% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 441.5 Mbps in Chorley and 438.1 Mbps in Aspull. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96% of premises in Aspull and 95.2% in Chorley. Gigabit availability stands at 85% in Aspull and 84.7% in Chorley.
Chorley is the faster of the two by 1% on average download speed (442 vs 438 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Chorley leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 72 (C), while Aspull averages 71.4 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,087 in Aspull and £1,144 in Chorley. 66.6% of homes in Aspull have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 68.2% in Chorley.
Chorley has more energy-efficient housing — 68.2% reach band C or above, vs 66.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,033.3 in Chorley and £29,107 in Aspull. The median age is 41.9 in Aspull and 44.8 in Chorley. Owner-occupancy is 64% in Aspull versus 72.9% in Chorley. Employment rates stand at 55.8% in Aspull and 57.9% in Chorley.
| Indicator | Aspull | Chorley |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,937 | 39,539 |
| Median Age | 41.9 | 44.8 |
| Median Household Income | £29,107 | £32,033.3 |
| Employment Rate | 55.8% | 57.9% |
| Owner Occupied | 64% | 72.9% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 26.6% | 31.9% |
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