Botley vs West End (Eastleigh)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 2.8 miles apart.
The verdict
West End (eastleigh) is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 25% lower. Botley has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Botley edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Botley
£430,994
West End (Eastleigh)
£343,737
Crime Rate
Botley
54.7
West End (Eastleigh)
127.3
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Botley
100.0%
West End (Eastleigh)
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Botley
406.8
West End (Eastleigh)
406.8
EPC Rating
Botley
73.2
West End (Eastleigh)
73.7
Median Income
Botley
£35,092
West End (Eastleigh)
£33,129
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South EastProperty in Botley commands an average of £430,994, compared with £343,737 in West End (eastleigh) – a difference of 25%. The most affordable entry point in Botley is a flat at £225,000, while in West End (eastleigh) it is a flat at £178,721.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 26% pricier in Botley (£225,000 vs £178,721).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Botley prices grew faster — 26% vs 4%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South EastBotley has a crime rate of 54.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 133% lower than West End (eastleigh) at 127.3 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Botley is violent-crime, while in West End (eastleigh) 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 Botley, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in West End (eastleigh). There are 1 schools in Botley and 2 in West End (eastleigh).
Botley School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
West End (Eastleigh) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Botley | West End (Eastleigh) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 2 |
| Primary | 1 | 2 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 406.8 Mbps in Botley and 406.8 Mbps in West End (eastleigh). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 97% of premises in Botley and 97% in West End (eastleigh). Gigabit availability stands at 74.5% in Botley and 74.5% in West End (eastleigh).
Botley is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (407 vs 407 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
West End (eastleigh) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 73.7 (C), while Botley averages 73.2 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,092 in Botley and £984 in West End (eastleigh). 71% of homes in Botley have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 72.7% in West End (eastleigh).
West End (eastleigh) has more energy-efficient housing — 72.7% reach band C or above, vs 71% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £35,091.5 in Botley and £33,129 in West End (eastleigh). The median age is 44.2 in Botley and 43.7 in West End (eastleigh). Owner-occupancy is 68.3% in Botley versus 71% in West End (eastleigh). Employment rates stand at 60.4% in Botley and 63% in West End (eastleigh).
| Indicator | Botley | West End (Eastleigh) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,143 | 10,865 |
| Median Age | 44.2 | 43.7 |
| Median Household Income | £35,091.5 | £33,129 |
| Employment Rate | 60.4% | 63% |
| Owner Occupied | 68.3% | 71% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 39% | 33.1% |
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