Barlby vs Thorpe Willoughby
Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.1 miles apart.
The verdict
Barlby is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 4% lower. Barlby has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Thorpe Willoughby edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Barlby
£241,544
Thorpe Willoughby
£252,871
Crime Rate
Barlby
47.2
Thorpe Willoughby
47.4
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Barlby
50.0%
Thorpe Willoughby
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Barlby
435
Thorpe Willoughby
435
EPC Rating
Barlby
70.4
Thorpe Willoughby
70.4
Median Income
Barlby
£30,117
Thorpe Willoughby
£30,117
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Thorpe Willoughby commands an average of £252,871, compared with £241,544 in Barlby – a difference of 4%. The most affordable entry point in Barlby is a flat at £136,500, while in Thorpe Willoughby it is a semi-detached at £199,444.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: semi-detached homes are 9% pricier in Barlby (£217,140 vs £199,444).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Barlby prices grew faster — 30% vs -16%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberBarlby has a crime rate of 47.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Thorpe Willoughby at 47.4 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Barlby is violent-crime, while in Thorpe Willoughby 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 Yorkshire and the HumberFamilies may prefer Thorpe Willoughby, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 50% in Barlby. There are 2 schools in Barlby and 1 in Thorpe Willoughby.
Barlby School Inspection Breakdown
50% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Thorpe Willoughby School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Barlby | Thorpe Willoughby |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 2 | 1 |
| Primary | 1 | 1 |
| Secondary | 1 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 50% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 435.0 Mbps in Barlby and 435.0 Mbps in Thorpe Willoughby. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 95.5% of premises in Barlby and 95.5% in Thorpe Willoughby. Gigabit availability stands at 85.1% in Barlby and 85.1% in Thorpe Willoughby.
Barlby is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (435 vs 435 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Barlby leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.4 (C), while Thorpe Willoughby averages 70.4 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,412 in Barlby and £1,412 in Thorpe Willoughby. 59.8% of homes in Barlby have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 59.8% in Thorpe Willoughby.
Barlby has more energy-efficient housing — 59.8% reach band C or above, vs 59.8% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,117.4 in Barlby and £30,117.4 in Thorpe Willoughby. The median age is 48.2 in Barlby and 48.2 in Thorpe Willoughby. Owner-occupancy is 69% in Barlby versus 69% in Thorpe Willoughby. Employment rates stand at 56.6% in Barlby and 56.6% in Thorpe Willoughby.
| Indicator | Barlby | Thorpe Willoughby |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,499 | 3,482 |
| Median Age | 48.2 | 48.2 |
| Median Household Income | £30,117.4 | £30,117.4 |
| Employment Rate | 56.6% | 56.6% |
| Owner Occupied | 69% | 69% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 33.8% | 33.8% |
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