Brampton (Huntingdonshire) vs Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 13.6 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Yaxley (huntingdonshire) wins on house prices with a 25% gap. 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
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
£289,328
Crime Rate
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
57.1
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
65.1
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
100.0%
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
366.2
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
407.6
EPC Rating
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
72.8
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
72.6
Median Income
Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
£33,738
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
£31,545
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in East of EnglandProperty in Brampton (huntingdonshire) commands an average of £362,938, compared with £289,328 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) – a difference of 25%. The most affordable entry point in Brampton (huntingdonshire) is a flat at £155,912, while in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) it is a flat at £140,750.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 44% pricier in Brampton (huntingdonshire) (£503,735 vs £348,840).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Yaxley (huntingdonshire) prices grew faster — 39% vs 33%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in East of EnglandResidents of Brampton (huntingdonshire) experience less crime overall, with a rate of 57.1 per 1,000 versus 65.1 per 1,000 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). The most common crime category in Brampton (huntingdonshire) is violent-crime, while in Yaxley (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 EnglandFamilies may prefer Brampton (huntingdonshire), where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). There are 1 schools in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 3 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
Brampton (Huntingdonshire) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Yaxley (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 3 |
| Primary | 1 | 3 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 407.6 Mbps in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) and 366.2 Mbps in Brampton (huntingdonshire). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 90.4% of premises in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 93.6% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Gigabit availability stands at 68.5% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 78.6% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
Yaxley (huntingdonshire) is the faster of the two by 11% on average download speed (408 vs 366 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Energy efficiency favours Brampton (huntingdonshire), scoring 72.8 on average (band C) compared to 72.6 (band C) in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,145 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and £1,117 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). 69.5% of homes in Brampton (huntingdonshire) have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 69.3% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
Brampton (huntingdonshire) has more energy-efficient housing — 69.5% reach band C or above, vs 69.3% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £33,738.2 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and £31,544.7 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). The median age is 44.1 in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 43 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Employment rates stand at 60.8% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) and 59.1% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Owner-occupancy is 67.1% in Brampton (huntingdonshire) versus 63.8% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Brampton (huntingdonshire) has a population of 6,585 and Yaxley (huntingdonshire) has 9,403.
| Indicator | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Yaxley (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,585 | 9,403 |
| Median Age | 44.1 | 43 |
| Median Household Income | £33,738.2 | £31,544.7 |
| Employment Rate | 60.8% | 59.1% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.1% | 63.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 34% | 26.2% |
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