Brampton (Huntingdonshire) vs Huntingdon
Which is better to live in? Distance: 2.3 miles apart.
The verdict
Brampton (huntingdonshire) is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 0% lower. Brampton (huntingdonshire) has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Brampton (huntingdonshire) edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
£362,938
Huntingdon
£362,938
Crime Rate
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
57.1
Huntingdon
57.2
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
100.0%
Huntingdon
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
366.2
Huntingdon
420.4
EPC Rating
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
72.8
Huntingdon
72.6
Median Income
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
£33,738
Huntingdon
£33,215
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in East of EnglandProperty in Huntingdon commands an average of £362,938, compared with £362,938 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) – a difference of 0%. The most affordable entry point in Brampton (huntingdonshire) is a flat at £155,912, while in Huntingdon it is a flat at £155,912.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 0% pricier in Brampton (huntingdonshire) (£503,735 vs £503,735).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Brampton (huntingdonshire) prices grew faster — 33% vs 33%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in East of EnglandBrampton (huntingdonshire) has a crime rate of 57.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Huntingdon at 57.2 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Brampton (huntingdonshire) is violent-crime, while in Huntingdon 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 East of EnglandFamilies may prefer Brampton (huntingdonshire), where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Huntingdon. There are 1 schools in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 9 in Huntingdon.
Brampton (Huntingdonshire) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Huntingdon School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 9 schools (7 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Huntingdon |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 9 |
| Primary | 1 | 7 |
| Secondary | 0 | 2 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 420.4 Mbps in Huntingdon and 366.2 Mbps in Brampton (huntingdonshire). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 90.4% of premises in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 97.8% in Huntingdon. Gigabit availability stands at 68.5% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 78.9% in Huntingdon.
Huntingdon is the faster of the two by 15% on average download speed (420 vs 366 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Brampton (huntingdonshire) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 72.8 (C), while Huntingdon averages 72.6 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,145 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and £1,162 in Huntingdon. 69.5% of homes in Brampton (huntingdonshire) have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 70.1% in Huntingdon.
Huntingdon has more energy-efficient housing — 70.1% reach band C or above, vs 69.5% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £33,738.2 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and £33,215 in Huntingdon. The median age is 44.1 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 44.2 in Huntingdon. Owner-occupancy is 67.1% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) versus 69% in Huntingdon. Employment rates stand at 60.8% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 61.6% in Huntingdon.
| Indicator | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Huntingdon |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,585 | 25,416 |
| Median Age | 44.1 | 44.2 |
| Median Household Income | £33,738.2 | £33,215 |
| Employment Rate | 60.8% | 61.6% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.1% | 69% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 34% | 33.4% |
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