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Bolton-le-Sands vs Grange-over-Sands

Which is better to live in? 7.9 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.

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The verdict

Bolton Le Sands is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 20% lower. For families, Bolton Le Sands edges ahead on school quality.

Avg House Price

Bolton-le-Sands

£247,557

Grange-over-Sands

£307,759

Crime Rate

Bolton-le-Sands

73.1

Grange-over-Sands

N/A

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

Bolton-le-Sands

100.0%

Grange-over-Sands

100.0%

Avg Download Speed

Bolton-le-Sands

422.2

Grange-over-Sands

129.7

EPC Rating

Bolton-le-Sands

67.1

Grange-over-Sands

67

Median Income

Bolton-le-Sands

£32,519

Grange-over-Sands

£33,536

Property in Grange Over Sands commands an average of £307,759, compared with £247,557 in Bolton Le Sands – a difference of 20%. The most affordable entry point in Bolton Le Sands is a flat at £149,941, while in Grange Over Sands it is a flat at £194,109.

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Biggest gap: terraced homes are 27% pricier in Grange Over Sands (£249,921 vs £181,609).

Price Trend (11 Years)

Over the last 9 years, Grange Over Sands prices grew faster — 31% vs 22%.

Crime rate data is not available for both Bolton Le Sands and Grange Over Sands at this time.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Families may prefer Bolton Le Sands, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Grange Over Sands. There are 2 schools in Bolton Le Sands and 1 in Grange Over Sands.

Bolton-le-Sands School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

Grange-over-Sands School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

MetricBolton-le-SandsGrange-over-Sands
Total Schools21
Primary21
Secondary00
% Top two bands100%100%

Broadband & Connectivity

Average broadband speeds are 422.2 Mbps in Bolton Le Sands and 129.7 Mbps in Grange Over Sands. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96.2% of premises in Bolton Le Sands and 90.5% in Grange Over Sands. Gigabit availability stands at 81.9% in Bolton Le Sands and 13.3% in Grange Over Sands.

Bolton Le Sands is the faster of the two by 226% on average download speed (422 vs 130 Mbps).

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Bolton Le Sands leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 67.1 (C), while Grange Over Sands averages 67 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,592 in Bolton Le Sands and £1,677 in Grange Over Sands. 48.2% of homes in Bolton Le Sands have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 47.2% in Grange Over Sands.

Bolton Le Sands has more energy-efficient housing — 48.2% reach band C or above, vs 47.2% in the other.

Demographics & Economy

Median household income is £33,536 in Grange Over Sands and £32,518.8 in Bolton Le Sands. The median age is 47.1 in Bolton Le Sands and 48.2 in Grange Over Sands. Owner-occupancy is 70.3% in Bolton Le Sands versus 71.4% in Grange Over Sands. Employment rates stand at 55.6% in Bolton Le Sands and 56.8% in Grange Over Sands.

IndicatorBolton-le-SandsGrange-over-Sands
Population6,7284,047
Median Age47.148.2
Median Household Income£32,518.8£33,536
Employment Rate55.6%56.8%
Owner Occupied70.3%71.4%
Degree-Level Qualified32.1%32%

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How far apart are Bolton Le Sands and Grange Over Sands?
Bolton Le Sands and Grange Over Sands are approximately 7.9 miles apart as the crow flies.
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Bolton Le Sands or Grange Over Sands?
Bolton Le Sands is cheaper, with an average house price of £247,557.
Is Bolton Le Sands or Grange Over Sands safer?
Crime rate data is not available for both towns at this time.
Which has better schools, Bolton Le Sands or Grange Over Sands?
Bolton Le Sands has the higher share of schools in the top two inspection bands at 100%.
Which has faster broadband, Bolton Le Sands or Grange Over Sands?
Bolton Le Sands has faster average broadband at 422.2 Mbps.

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