Aylsham vs Stalham
Which is better to live in? Distance: 11.2 miles apart.
The verdict
Stalham is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 23% lower. Aylsham has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Aylsham edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Aylsham
£315,825
Stalham
£256,365
Crime Rate
Aylsham
35.5
Stalham
41.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Aylsham
100.0%
Stalham
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Aylsham
154.1
Stalham
150.2
EPC Rating
Aylsham
67.4
Stalham
67.4
Median Income
Aylsham
£28,211
Stalham
£28,211
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in East of EnglandProperty in Aylsham commands an average of £315,825, compared with £256,365 in Stalham – a difference of 23%. The most affordable entry point in Aylsham is a flat at £165,550, while in Stalham it is a flat at £144,611.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 44% pricier in Aylsham (£281,594 vs £195,375).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Stalham prices grew faster — 38% vs 31%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in East of EnglandAylsham has a crime rate of 35.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 17% lower than Stalham at 41.7 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Aylsham is violent-crime, while in Stalham 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 East of EnglandFamilies may prefer Aylsham, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Stalham. There are 4 schools in Aylsham and 3 in Stalham.
Aylsham School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Stalham School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (2 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Aylsham | Stalham |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 4 | 3 |
| Primary | 3 | 2 |
| Secondary | 1 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 154.1 Mbps in Aylsham and 150.2 Mbps in Stalham. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 81.1% of premises in Aylsham and 86.1% in Stalham. Gigabit availability stands at 20.5% in Aylsham and 18.7% in Stalham.
Aylsham is the faster of the two by 3% on average download speed (154 vs 150 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Aylsham leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 67.4 (D), while Stalham averages 67.4 (D). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,466 in Aylsham and £1,466 in Stalham. 52% of homes in Aylsham have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 52% in Stalham.
Aylsham has more energy-efficient housing — 52% reach band C or above, vs 52% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £28,210.5 in Aylsham and £28,210.5 in Stalham. The median age is 51.2 in Aylsham and 51.2 in Stalham. Owner-occupancy is 72.9% in Aylsham versus 72.9% in Stalham. Employment rates stand at 51.7% in Aylsham and 51.7% in Stalham.
| Indicator | Aylsham | Stalham |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,183 | 3,383 |
| Median Age | 51.2 | 51.2 |
| Median Household Income | £28,210.5 | £28,210.5 |
| Employment Rate | 51.7% | 51.7% |
| Owner Occupied | 72.9% | 72.9% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 26.8% | 26.8% |
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