Billinge vs Bootle (Sefton)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 11.5 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Bootle (sefton) wins on house prices with a 87% gap. Bootle (sefton) has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Bootle (sefton) edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Billinge
£261,331
Bootle (Sefton)
£139,379
Crime Rate
Billinge
86.8
Bootle (Sefton)
75.9
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Billinge
66.7%
Bootle (Sefton)
83.3%
Avg Download Speed
Billinge
460.4
Bootle (Sefton)
399.8
EPC Rating
Billinge
71.4
Bootle (Sefton)
71.2
Median Income
Billinge
£30,580
Bootle (Sefton)
£28,521
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Billinge commands an average of £261,331, compared with £139,379 in Bootle (sefton) – a difference of 87%. The most affordable entry point in Billinge is a flat at £88,000, while in Bootle (sefton) it is a flat at £64,930.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 97% pricier in Billinge (£219,616 vs £111,465).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Bootle (sefton) prices grew faster — 43% vs 40%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestResidents of Bootle (sefton) experience less crime overall, with a rate of 75.9 per 1,000 versus 86.8 per 1,000 in Billinge. The most common crime category in Billinge is violent-crime, while in Bootle (sefton) 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 Bootle (sefton), where 83.3% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 66.7% in Billinge. There are 3 schools in Billinge and 20 in Bootle (sefton).
Billinge School Inspection Breakdown
66.7% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Bootle (Sefton) School Inspection Breakdown
83.3% of 20 schools (16 primary, 4 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Billinge | Bootle (Sefton) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 3 | 20 |
| Primary | 3 | 16 |
| Secondary | 0 | 4 |
| % Top two bands | 66.7% | 83.3% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 460.4 Mbps in Billinge and 399.8 Mbps in Bootle (sefton). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96.9% of premises in Billinge and 97.2% in Bootle (sefton). Gigabit availability stands at 90.5% in Billinge and 76.4% in Bootle (sefton).
Billinge is the faster of the two by 15% on average download speed (460 vs 400 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Billinge leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.4 (C), while Bootle (sefton) averages 71.2 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,109 in Billinge and £1,072 in Bootle (sefton). 67.4% of homes in Billinge have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 69.1% in Bootle (sefton).
Bootle (sefton) has more energy-efficient housing — 69.1% reach band C or above, vs 67.4% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,579.7 in Billinge and £28,520.5 in Bootle (sefton). The median age is 44.1 in Billinge and 43.3 in Bootle (sefton). Owner-occupancy is 67.1% in Billinge versus 56.7% in Bootle (sefton). Employment rates stand at 55.6% in Billinge and 52.4% in Bootle (sefton).
| Indicator | Billinge | Bootle (Sefton) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,963 | 53,722 |
| Median Age | 44.1 | 43.3 |
| Median Household Income | £30,579.7 | £28,520.5 |
| Employment Rate | 55.6% | 52.4% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.1% | 56.7% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 27.7% | 30.4% |
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