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Chandler's Ford vs West End (Eastleigh)

Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.4 miles apart.

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The verdict

When it comes to cost of living, West End (eastleigh) wins on house prices with a 31% gap. Chandler's Ford has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Chandler's Ford edges ahead on school quality.

Avg House Price

Chandler's Ford

£449,614

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West End (Eastleigh)

£343,737

Crime Rate

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Chandler's Ford

54.7

West End (Eastleigh)

127.3

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

Chandler's Ford

100.0%

West End (Eastleigh)

100.0%

Avg Download Speed

Chandler's Ford

385.5

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West End (Eastleigh)

406.8

EPC Rating

Chandler's Ford

72.1

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West End (Eastleigh)

73.7

Median Income

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Chandler's Ford

£34,189

West End (Eastleigh)

£33,129

House Prices (2025)

Most affordable in South East

At £343,737, West End (eastleigh) undercuts Chandler's Ford (£449,614) by around 31% on average house prices. The most affordable entry point in Chandler's Ford is a flat at £208,236, while in West End (eastleigh) it is a flat at £178,721.

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Biggest gap: detached homes are 27% pricier in Chandler's Ford (£586,995 vs £463,439).

Price Trend (11 Years)

Over the last 9 years, Chandler's Ford prices grew faster — 9% vs 4%.

Crime & Safety

Safest in South East

Residents of Chandler's Ford experience less crime overall, with a rate of 54.7 per 1,000 versus 127.3 per 1,000 in West End (eastleigh). The most common crime category in Chandler's Ford is violent-crime, while in West End (eastleigh) 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 South East

Of the 12 schools in Chandler's Ford, 100% are in the top two inspection bands. In West End (eastleigh), which has 2 schools, the figure is 100%.

Chandler's Ford School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 12 schools (10 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

West End (Eastleigh) School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

MetricChandler's FordWest End (Eastleigh)
Total Schools122
Primary102
Secondary20
% Top two bands100%100%

Broadband & Connectivity

Broadband in West End (eastleigh) averages 406.8 Mbps – ahead of Chandler's Ford's 385.5 Mbps. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 99% of premises in Chandler's Ford and 97% in West End (eastleigh). Gigabit availability stands at 72.8% in Chandler's Ford and 74.5% in West End (eastleigh).

West End (eastleigh) is the faster of the two by 6% on average download speed (407 vs 386 Mbps).

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

West End (eastleigh) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 73.7 (C), while Chandler's Ford averages 72.1 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,152 in Chandler's Ford and £984 in West End (eastleigh). 68.6% of homes in Chandler's Ford have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 72.7% in West End (eastleigh).

West End (eastleigh) has more energy-efficient housing — 72.7% reach band C or above, vs 68.6% in the other.

Demographics & Economy

Median household income is £34,189 in Chandler's Ford and £33,129 in West End (eastleigh). The median age is 44.5 in Chandler's Ford and 43.7 in West End (eastleigh). Owner-occupancy is 68.5% in Chandler's Ford versus 71% in West End (eastleigh). Employment rates stand at 60.8% in Chandler's Ford and 63% in West End (eastleigh).

IndicatorChandler's FordWest End (Eastleigh)
Population31,96510,865
Median Age44.543.7
Median Household Income£34,189£33,129
Employment Rate60.8%63%
Owner Occupied68.5%71%
Degree-Level Qualified37.9%33.1%

Location

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How far apart are Chandler's Ford and West End (eastleigh)?
Chandler's Ford and West End (eastleigh) are approximately 4.4 miles apart as the crow flies.
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Chandler's Ford or West End (eastleigh)?
West End (eastleigh) is cheaper, with an average house price of £343,737.
Is Chandler's Ford or West End (eastleigh) safer?
Chandler's Ford has the lower crime rate at 54.7 per 1,000 residents.
Which has better schools, Chandler's Ford or West End (eastleigh)?
Chandler's Ford has the higher share of schools in the top two inspection bands at 100%.
Which has faster broadband, Chandler's Ford or West End (eastleigh)?
West End (eastleigh) has faster average broadband at 406.8 Mbps.

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