Binfield vs Bracknell
Which is better to live in? Distance: 1.9 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Bracknell wins on house prices with a 29% gap. Binfield has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Binfield edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Binfield
£546,490
Bracknell
£425,233
Crime Rate
Binfield
52.8
Bracknell
53.0
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Binfield
100.0%
Bracknell
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Binfield
460.8
Bracknell
473
EPC Rating
Binfield
71.9
Bracknell
73.2
Median Income
Binfield
£37,982
Bracknell
£36,051
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South EastProperty in Binfield commands an average of £546,490, compared with £425,233 in Bracknell – a difference of 29%. The most affordable entry point in Binfield is a flat at £272,857, while in Bracknell it is a flat at £232,969.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 22% pricier in Binfield (£780,733 vs £640,166).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Binfield prices grew faster — 24% vs -2%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South EastResidents of Binfield experience less crime overall, with a rate of 52.8 per 1,000 versus 53 per 1,000 in Bracknell. The most common crime category in Binfield is violent-crime, while in Bracknell 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 South EastFamilies may prefer Binfield, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Bracknell. There are 2 schools in Binfield and 21 in Bracknell.
Binfield School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Bracknell School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 21 schools (17 primary, 4 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Binfield | Bracknell |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 2 | 21 |
| Primary | 1 | 17 |
| Secondary | 1 | 4 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 473.0 Mbps in Bracknell and 460.8 Mbps in Binfield. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97% of premises in Binfield and 96.9% in Bracknell. Gigabit availability stands at 90.8% in Binfield and 92.9% in Bracknell.
Bracknell is the faster of the two by 3% on average download speed (473 vs 461 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Bracknell leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 73.2 (C), while Binfield averages 71.9 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,169 in Binfield and £1,048 in Bracknell. 69.6% of homes in Binfield have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 76.7% in Bracknell.
Bracknell has more energy-efficient housing — 76.7% reach band C or above, vs 69.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £37,982.3 in Binfield and £36,051 in Bracknell. The median age is 42.2 in Binfield and 40.8 in Bracknell. Owner-occupancy is 69.7% in Binfield versus 66.8% in Bracknell. Employment rates stand at 63.9% in Binfield and 66.4% in Bracknell.
| Indicator | Binfield | Bracknell |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,851 | 79,581 |
| Median Age | 42.2 | 40.8 |
| Median Household Income | £37,982.3 | £36,051 |
| Employment Rate | 63.9% | 66.4% |
| Owner Occupied | 69.7% | 66.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 42.3% | 35.6% |
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