Town comparison
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.
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
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty 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 & Safety
Safest in North WestCrime 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)
Schools & Education
Best for schools in North WestFamilies 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.
| Metric | Bolton-le-Sands | Grange-over-Sands |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 2 | 1 |
| Primary | 2 | 1 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 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.
| Indicator | Bolton-le-Sands | Grange-over-Sands |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,728 | 4,047 |
| Median Age | 47.1 | 48.2 |
| Median Household Income | £32,518.8 | £33,536 |
| Employment Rate | 55.6% | 56.8% |
| Owner Occupied | 70.3% | 71.4% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 32.1% | 32% |
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