Birdwell vs Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
Which is better to live in? Distance: 9.5 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Fitzwilliam And Kinsley wins on house prices with a 22% gap. Birdwell has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Birdwell edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Birdwell
£210,808
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
£173,117
Crime Rate
Birdwell
94.9
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
108.4
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Birdwell
100.0%
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Birdwell
421.9
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
474.5
EPC Rating
Birdwell
70.2
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
70.4
Median Income
Birdwell
£30,472
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley
£29,087
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Birdwell commands an average of £210,808, compared with £173,117 in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley – a difference of 22%. The most affordable entry point in Birdwell is a flat at £115,000, while in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley it is a terraced at £122,275.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: semi-detached homes are 32% pricier in Birdwell (£214,885 vs £163,355).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Fitzwilliam And Kinsley prices grew faster — 71% vs 66%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberResidents of Birdwell experience less crime overall, with a rate of 94.9 per 1,000 versus 108.4 per 1,000 in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. The most common crime category in Birdwell is violent-crime, while in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley 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 Birdwell, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. There are 1 schools in Birdwell and 2 in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley.
Birdwell School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Fitzwilliam and Kinsley School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Birdwell | Fitzwilliam and Kinsley |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 2 |
| Primary | 1 | 2 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 474.5 Mbps in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley and 421.9 Mbps in Birdwell. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97.2% of premises in Birdwell and 97.7% in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. Gigabit availability stands at 80.2% in Birdwell and 94.1% in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley.
Fitzwilliam And Kinsley is the faster of the two by 12% on average download speed (475 vs 422 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Fitzwilliam And Kinsley leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.4 (C), while Birdwell averages 70.2 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,134 in Birdwell and £1,126 in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. 58.9% of homes in Birdwell have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 62.8% in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley.
Fitzwilliam And Kinsley has more energy-efficient housing — 62.8% reach band C or above, vs 58.9% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,472 in Birdwell and £29,087 in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. The median age is 43.5 in Birdwell and 42.9 in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. Owner-occupancy is 62.3% in Birdwell versus 62.6% in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley. Employment rates stand at 55.9% in Birdwell and 57.3% in Fitzwilliam And Kinsley.
| Indicator | Birdwell | Fitzwilliam and Kinsley |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,363 | 4,993 |
| Median Age | 43.5 | 42.9 |
| Median Household Income | £30,472 | £29,087 |
| Employment Rate | 55.9% | 57.3% |
| Owner Occupied | 62.3% | 62.6% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 23.4% | 24.3% |
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