Aspull vs Ramsbottom
Which is better to live in? Distance: 11.7 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Aspull wins on house prices with a 9% gap. Ramsbottom has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Aspull edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Aspull
£270,046
Ramsbottom
£295,149
Crime Rate
Aspull
92.4
Ramsbottom
91.8
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Aspull
100.0%
Ramsbottom
60.0%
Avg Download Speed
Aspull
438.1
Ramsbottom
399.6
EPC Rating
Aspull
71.4
Ramsbottom
70.2
Median Income
Aspull
£29,107
Ramsbottom
£31,006
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Ramsbottom commands an average of £295,149, compared with £270,046 in Aspull – a difference of 9%. The most affordable entry point in Aspull is a flat at £86,167, while in Ramsbottom it is a flat at £190,250.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 55% pricier in Ramsbottom (£190,250 vs £86,167).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Ramsbottom prices grew faster — 55% vs 46%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestResidents of Ramsbottom experience less crime overall, with a rate of 91.8 per 1,000 versus 92.4 per 1,000 in Aspull. The most common crime category in Aspull is violent-crime, while in Ramsbottom 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 60% in Ramsbottom. There are 3 schools in Aspull and 8 in Ramsbottom.
Aspull School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Ramsbottom School Inspection Breakdown
60% of 8 schools (7 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Aspull | Ramsbottom |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 3 | 8 |
| Primary | 3 | 7 |
| Secondary | 0 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 60% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 438.1 Mbps in Aspull and 399.6 Mbps in Ramsbottom. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96% of premises in Aspull and 95.4% in Ramsbottom. Gigabit availability stands at 85% in Aspull and 74.8% in Ramsbottom.
Aspull is the faster of the two by 10% on average download speed (438 vs 400 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Aspull leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.4 (C), while Ramsbottom averages 70.2 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,087 in Aspull and £1,291 in Ramsbottom. 66.6% of homes in Aspull have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 63% in Ramsbottom.
Aspull has more energy-efficient housing — 66.6% reach band C or above, vs 63% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £31,006 in Ramsbottom and £29,107 in Aspull. The median age is 41.9 in Aspull and 42.8 in Ramsbottom. Owner-occupancy is 64% in Aspull versus 67.4% in Ramsbottom. Employment rates stand at 55.8% in Aspull and 57.5% in Ramsbottom.
| Indicator | Aspull | Ramsbottom |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,937 | 17,074 |
| Median Age | 41.9 | 42.8 |
| Median Household Income | £29,107 | £31,006 |
| Employment Rate | 55.8% | 57.5% |
| Owner Occupied | 64% | 67.4% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 26.6% | 31.5% |
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