Atherton vs Chadderton
Which is better to live in? Distance: 14.0 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Atherton wins on house prices with a 11% gap. Atherton has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Atherton edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Atherton
£190,266
Chadderton
£214,822
Crime Rate
Atherton
92.3
Chadderton
106.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Atherton
100.0%
Chadderton
92.3%
Avg Download Speed
Atherton
463.3
Chadderton
459.3
EPC Rating
Atherton
71.4
Chadderton
71.4
Median Income
Atherton
£29,107
Chadderton
£29,509
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Chadderton commands an average of £214,822, compared with £190,266 in Atherton – a difference of 11%. The most affordable entry point in Atherton is a flat at £118,767, while in Chadderton it is a flat at £116,147.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: semi-detached homes are 14% pricier in Chadderton (£233,494 vs £200,101).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Chadderton prices grew faster — 74% vs -12%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestResidents of Atherton experience less crime overall, with a rate of 92.3 per 1,000 versus 106.7 per 1,000 in Chadderton. The most common crime category in Atherton is violent-crime, while in Chadderton 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 Atherton, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 92.3% in Chadderton. There are 11 schools in Atherton and 14 in Chadderton.
Atherton School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 11 schools (10 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Chadderton School Inspection Breakdown
92.3% of 14 schools (11 primary, 3 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Atherton | Chadderton |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 11 | 14 |
| Primary | 10 | 11 |
| Secondary | 1 | 3 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 92.3% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 463.3 Mbps in Atherton and 459.3 Mbps in Chadderton. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 99.4% of premises in Atherton and 99.4% in Chadderton. Gigabit availability stands at 91.3% in Atherton and 90% in Chadderton.
Atherton is the faster of the two by 1% on average download speed (463 vs 459 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Atherton leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.4 (C), while Chadderton averages 71.4 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,087 in Atherton and £1,101 in Chadderton. 66.6% of homes in Atherton have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 70.7% in Chadderton.
Chadderton has more energy-efficient housing — 70.7% reach band C or above, vs 66.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,509 in Chadderton and £29,107 in Atherton. The median age is 41.9 in Atherton and 39.5 in Chadderton. Owner-occupancy is 64% in Atherton versus 60.4% in Chadderton. Employment rates stand at 55.8% in Atherton and 52.5% in Chadderton.
| Indicator | Atherton | Chadderton |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,321 | 37,602 |
| Median Age | 41.9 | 39.5 |
| Median Household Income | £29,107 | £29,509 |
| Employment Rate | 55.8% | 52.5% |
| Owner Occupied | 64% | 60.4% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 26.6% | 24.6% |
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