Town comparison
Brayton vs Copmanthorpe
Which is better to live in? 10.4 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
Brayton is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 27% lower. Brayton has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Brayton edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Brayton
£296,921
Copmanthorpe
£406,814
Crime Rate
Brayton
47.2
Copmanthorpe
66.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Brayton
100.0%
Copmanthorpe
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Brayton
435
Copmanthorpe
80
EPC Rating
Brayton
70.4
Copmanthorpe
70
Median Income
Brayton
£30,117
Copmanthorpe
£31,854
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Copmanthorpe commands an average of £406,814, compared with £296,921 in Brayton – a difference of 27%. The most affordable entry point in Brayton is a flat at £130,000, while in Copmanthorpe it is a flat at £220,000.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 41% pricier in Copmanthorpe (£220,000 vs £130,000).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Brayton prices grew faster — 48% vs 19%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberBrayton has a crime rate of 47.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 41% lower than Copmanthorpe at 66.7 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Brayton is violent-crime, while in Copmanthorpe 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 Yorkshire and the HumberFamilies may prefer Brayton, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Copmanthorpe. There are 1 schools in Brayton and 1 in Copmanthorpe.
Brayton School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Copmanthorpe School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Brayton | Copmanthorpe |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 1 |
| Primary | 1 | 1 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 435.0 Mbps in Brayton and 80.0 Mbps in Copmanthorpe. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 95.5% of premises in Brayton and 100% in Copmanthorpe. Gigabit availability stands at 85.1% in Brayton and 0% in Copmanthorpe.
Brayton is the faster of the two by 444% on average download speed (435 vs 80 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Brayton leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.4 (C), while Copmanthorpe averages 70 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,412 in Brayton and £1,221 in Copmanthorpe. 59.8% of homes in Brayton have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 58.5% in Copmanthorpe.
Brayton has more energy-efficient housing — 59.8% reach band C or above, vs 58.5% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £31,854 in Copmanthorpe and £30,117.4 in Brayton. The median age is 48.2 in Brayton and 43.1 in Copmanthorpe. Owner-occupancy is 69% in Brayton versus 65.1% in Copmanthorpe. Employment rates stand at 56.6% in Brayton and 55.9% in Copmanthorpe.
| Indicator | Brayton | Copmanthorpe |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,092 | 3,671 |
| Median Age | 48.2 | 43.1 |
| Median Household Income | £30,117.4 | £31,854 |
| Employment Rate | 56.6% | 55.9% |
| Owner Occupied | 69% | 65.1% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 33.8% | 38.8% |
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