Brampton (Huntingdonshire) vs Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 10.6 miles apart.
The verdict
Property in Somersham (huntingdonshire) is about 9% cheaper on average. Somersham (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
Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
£332,074
Crime Rate
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
57.1
Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
57.0
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
100.0%
Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
366.2
Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
366.2
EPC Rating
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
72.8
Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
72.8
Median Income
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
£33,738
Somersham (Huntingdonshire)
£33,738
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in East of EnglandThe average house price in Somersham (huntingdonshire) is £332,074, which is 9% less than Brampton (huntingdonshire) at £362,938. The most affordable entry point in Brampton (huntingdonshire) is a flat at £155,912, while in Somersham (huntingdonshire) it is a flat at £140,750.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 32% pricier in Brampton (huntingdonshire) (£503,735 vs £380,417).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Somersham (huntingdonshire) prices grew faster — 39% vs 33%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in East of EnglandWith 57 offences per 1,000 people, Somersham (huntingdonshire) is the safer of the two – 0% lower than Brampton (huntingdonshire)'s 57.1 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Brampton (huntingdonshire) is violent-crime, while in Somersham (huntingdonshire) 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 EnglandBrampton (huntingdonshire) has 100% of schools in the top two inspection bands, compared to 100% in Somersham (huntingdonshire). Brampton (huntingdonshire) has 1 schools in total, while Somersham (huntingdonshire) has 1.
Brampton (Huntingdonshire) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Somersham (Huntingdonshire) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Somersham (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 1 |
| Primary | 1 | 1 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Brampton (huntingdonshire) offers faster average downloads at 366.2 Mbps, compared to 366.2 Mbps in Somersham (huntingdonshire). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 90.4% of premises in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 90.4% in Somersham (huntingdonshire). Gigabit availability stands at 68.5% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 68.5% in Somersham (huntingdonshire).
Brampton (huntingdonshire) is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (366 vs 366 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Homes in Brampton (huntingdonshire) are more energy-efficient on average, with an EPC score of 72.8 (band C) versus 72.8 (band C) in Somersham (huntingdonshire). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,145 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and £1,145 in Somersham (huntingdonshire). 69.5% of homes in Brampton (huntingdonshire) have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 69.5% in Somersham (huntingdonshire).
Brampton (huntingdonshire) has more energy-efficient housing — 69.5% reach band C or above, vs 69.5% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £33,738.2 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and £33,738.2 in Somersham (huntingdonshire). The median age is 44.1 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 44.1 in Somersham (huntingdonshire). Employment rates stand at 60.8% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 60.8% in Somersham (huntingdonshire). Owner-occupancy is 67.1% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) versus 67.1% in Somersham (huntingdonshire).
| Indicator | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Somersham (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,585 | 3,349 |
| Median Age | 44.1 | 44.1 |
| Median Household Income | £33,738.2 | £33,738.2 |
| Employment Rate | 60.8% | 60.8% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.1% | 67.1% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 34% | 34% |
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