Carleton vs Fleetwood
Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.4 miles apart.
The verdict
Fleetwood is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 87% lower. Carleton has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Carleton edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Carleton
£272,429
Fleetwood
£145,601
Crime Rate
Carleton
58.8
Fleetwood
58.8
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Carleton
100.0%
Fleetwood
83.3%
Avg Download Speed
Carleton
456
Fleetwood
464.6
EPC Rating
Carleton
70.5
Fleetwood
71.6
Median Income
Carleton
£30,188
Fleetwood
£30,629
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Carleton commands an average of £272,429, compared with £145,601 in Fleetwood – a difference of 87%. The most affordable entry point in Carleton is a flat at £182,375, while in Fleetwood it is a flat at £83,087.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 119% pricier in Carleton (£182,375 vs £83,087).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Carleton prices grew faster — 8% vs -11%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestCarleton has a crime rate of 58.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Fleetwood at 58.8 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Carleton is violent-crime, while in Fleetwood 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 North WestFamilies may prefer Carleton, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 83.3% in Fleetwood. There are 2 schools in Carleton and 9 in Fleetwood.
Carleton School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Fleetwood School Inspection Breakdown
83.3% of 9 schools (7 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Carleton | Fleetwood |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 2 | 9 |
| Primary | 2 | 7 |
| Secondary | 0 | 2 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 83.3% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 464.6 Mbps in Fleetwood and 456.0 Mbps in Carleton. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96.2% of premises in Carleton and 99.1% in Fleetwood. Gigabit availability stands at 90.1% in Carleton and 91.5% in Fleetwood.
Fleetwood is the faster of the two by 2% on average download speed (465 vs 456 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Fleetwood leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.6 (C), while Carleton averages 70.5 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,211 in Carleton and £1,218 in Fleetwood. 60.2% of homes in Carleton have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 59.9% in Fleetwood.
Carleton has more energy-efficient housing — 60.2% reach band C or above, vs 59.9% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,629 in Fleetwood and £30,188 in Carleton. The median age is 48.2 in Carleton and 49.5 in Fleetwood. Owner-occupancy is 67.5% in Carleton versus 73.3% in Fleetwood. Employment rates stand at 51.1% in Carleton and 50.7% in Fleetwood.
| Indicator | Carleton | Fleetwood |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,793 | 26,224 |
| Median Age | 48.2 | 49.5 |
| Median Household Income | £30,188 | £30,629 |
| Employment Rate | 51.1% | 50.7% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.5% | 73.3% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 28.4% | 28.3% |
Location
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far apart are Carleton and Fleetwood?
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Carleton or Fleetwood?
Is Carleton or Fleetwood safer?
Which has better schools, Carleton or Fleetwood?
Which has faster broadband, Carleton or Fleetwood?
Keep exploring