Broxburn vs Linlithgow
Which is better to live in? Distance: 5.4 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Broxburn wins on house prices with a 0% gap. Broxburn has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Broxburn edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Broxburn
£217,827
Linlithgow
£217,827
Crime Rate
Broxburn
941.4
Linlithgow
1096.2
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Broxburn
91.5%
Linlithgow
91.5%
Avg Download Speed
Broxburn
434.3
Linlithgow
371.8
EPC Rating
Broxburn
43.3
Linlithgow
64.5
Median Income
Broxburn
£32,684
Linlithgow
£25,866
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in ScotlandProperty in Linlithgow commands an average of £217,827, compared with £217,827 in Broxburn – a difference of 0%. The most affordable entry point in Broxburn is a flat at £123,221, while in Linlithgow it is a flat at £123,221.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 0% pricier in Broxburn (£390,835 vs £390,835).
Price Trend (23 Years)
Over the last 21 years, Broxburn prices grew faster — 142% vs 142%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in ScotlandResidents of Broxburn experience less crime overall, with a rate of 941.4 per 1,000 versus 1,096.2 per 1,000 in Linlithgow. The most common crime category in Broxburn is violent-crime, while in Linlithgow 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 ScotlandFamilies may prefer Broxburn, where 91.5% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 91.5% in Linlithgow. There are 86 schools in Broxburn and 86 in Linlithgow.
Broxburn School Inspection Breakdown
91.5% of 86 schools (73 primary, 13 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Linlithgow School Inspection Breakdown
91.5% of 86 schools (73 primary, 13 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Broxburn | Linlithgow |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 86 | 86 |
| Primary | 73 | 73 |
| Secondary | 13 | 13 |
| % Top two bands | 91.5% | 91.5% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 434.3 Mbps in Broxburn and 371.8 Mbps in Linlithgow. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96% of premises in Broxburn and 94.3% in Linlithgow. Gigabit availability stands at 84.8% in Broxburn and 69% in Linlithgow.
Broxburn is the faster of the two by 17% on average download speed (434 vs 372 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Linlithgow leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 64.5 (D), while Broxburn averages 43.3 (E). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,903 in Broxburn and £1,451 in Linlithgow. 37.3% of homes in Broxburn have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 62.1% in Linlithgow.
Linlithgow has more energy-efficient housing — 62.1% reach band C or above, vs 37.3% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,684 in Broxburn and £25,866 in Linlithgow. The median age is 35.8 in Broxburn and 43.8 in Linlithgow. Owner-occupancy is 67.7% in Broxburn versus 61.7% in Linlithgow. Employment rates stand at 72.9% in Broxburn and 71% in Linlithgow.
| Indicator | Broxburn | Linlithgow |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,440 | 13,260 |
| Median Age | 35.8 | 43.8 |
| Median Household Income | £32,684 | £25,866 |
| Employment Rate | 72.9% | 71% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.7% | 61.7% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 26.6% | 31.5% |
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