Town comparison
Brixham vs Dartmouth
Which is better to live in? 4.1 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
Brixham is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 34% lower. For families, Dartmouth edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Brixham
£340,170
Dartmouth
£517,774
Crime Rate
Brixham
93.4
Dartmouth
N/A
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Brixham
83.3%
Dartmouth
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Brixham
367.1
Dartmouth
285.3
EPC Rating
Brixham
67.3
Dartmouth
66.8
Median Income
Brixham
£28,016
Dartmouth
£29,455
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South WestAt £340,170, Brixham undercuts Dartmouth (£517,774) by around 34% on average house prices. The most affordable entry point in Brixham is a flat at £167,862, while in Dartmouth it is a flat at £336,638.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 50% pricier in Dartmouth (£336,638 vs £167,862).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Brixham prices grew faster — 43% vs 34%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South WestCrime rate data is not available for both Brixham and Dartmouth at this time.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Schools & Education
Best for schools in South WestOf the 7 schools in Brixham, 83.3% are in the top two inspection bands. In Dartmouth, which has 2 schools, the figure is 100%.
Brixham School Inspection Breakdown
83.3% of 7 schools (5 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Dartmouth School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Brixham | Dartmouth |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 7 | 2 |
| Primary | 5 | 1 |
| Secondary | 2 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 83.3% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Broadband in Brixham averages 367.1 Mbps – ahead of Dartmouth's 285.3 Mbps. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 94% of premises in Brixham and 86.8% in Dartmouth. Gigabit availability stands at 68.7% in Brixham and 50.5% in Dartmouth.
Brixham is the faster of the two by 29% on average download speed (367 vs 285 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Brixham leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 67.3 (C), while Dartmouth averages 66.8 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,326 in Brixham and £1,475 in Dartmouth. 54.2% of homes in Brixham have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 53.3% in Dartmouth.
Brixham has more energy-efficient housing — 54.2% reach band C or above, vs 53.3% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,455 in Dartmouth and £28,016 in Brixham. The median age is 49.6 in Brixham and 50.3 in Dartmouth. Owner-occupancy is 67.3% in Brixham versus 70.5% in Dartmouth. Employment rates stand at 52.2% in Brixham and 54.1% in Dartmouth.
| Indicator | Brixham | Dartmouth |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,839 | 5,260 |
| Median Age | 49.6 | 50.3 |
| Median Household Income | £28,016 | £29,455 |
| Employment Rate | 52.2% | 54.1% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.3% | 70.5% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 32.6% | 39.9% |
Location
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far apart are Brixham and Dartmouth?
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Brixham or Dartmouth?
Is Brixham or Dartmouth safer?
Which has better schools, Brixham or Dartmouth?
Which has faster broadband, Brixham or Dartmouth?
Keep exploring