Town comparison
Brigg vs Market Rasen
Which is better to live in? 12.9 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
Brigg is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 4% lower. Market Rasen has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Brigg edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Brigg
£256,347
Market Rasen
£265,768
Crime Rate
Brigg
76.1
Market Rasen
60.9
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Brigg
100.0%
Market Rasen
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Brigg
396.7
Market Rasen
140.8
EPC Rating
Brigg
71
Market Rasen
69.9
Median Income
Brigg
£30,308
Market Rasen
£28,477
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberProperty in Market Rasen commands an average of £265,768, compared with £256,347 in Brigg – a difference of 4%. The most affordable entry point in Brigg is a flat at £91,000, while in Market Rasen it is a flat at £111,667.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 19% pricier in Market Rasen (£111,667 vs £91,000).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Market Rasen prices grew faster — 50% vs 38%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberMarket Rasen has a crime rate of 60.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 25% lower than Brigg at 76.1 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Brigg is violent-crime, while in Market Rasen 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 Brigg, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Market Rasen. There are 4 schools in Brigg and 2 in Market Rasen.
Brigg School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (2 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Market Rasen School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Brigg | Market Rasen |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 4 | 2 |
| Primary | 2 | 1 |
| Secondary | 2 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 396.7 Mbps in Brigg and 140.8 Mbps in Market Rasen. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 92.1% of premises in Brigg and 71.5% in Market Rasen. Gigabit availability stands at 76.5% in Brigg and 19.1% in Market Rasen.
Brigg is the faster of the two by 182% on average download speed (397 vs 141 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Brigg leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71 (C), while Market Rasen averages 69.9 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,321 in Brigg and £1,329 in Market Rasen. 63.2% of homes in Brigg have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 59.7% in Market Rasen.
Brigg has more energy-efficient housing — 63.2% reach band C or above, vs 59.7% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,308 in Brigg and £28,477 in Market Rasen. The median age is 46.4 in Brigg and 47.6 in Market Rasen. Owner-occupancy is 68.9% in Brigg versus 67.2% in Market Rasen. Employment rates stand at 54% in Brigg and 51% in Market Rasen.
| Indicator | Brigg | Market Rasen |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,637 | 4,959 |
| Median Age | 46.4 | 47.6 |
| Median Household Income | £30,308 | £28,477 |
| Employment Rate | 54% | 51% |
| Owner Occupied | 68.9% | 67.2% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 26.6% | 24.1% |
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