Town comparison
Crewe vs Haslington
Which is better to live in? 2.0 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
Crewe is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 20% lower. Crewe has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Haslington edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Crewe
£239,596
Haslington
£300,934
Crime Rate
Crewe
59.7
Haslington
59.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Crewe
93.8%
Haslington
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Crewe
392.2
Haslington
392.2
EPC Rating
Crewe
70.9
Haslington
70.9
Median Income
Crewe
£32,000
Haslington
£32,000
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in North WestProperty in Haslington commands an average of £300,934, compared with £239,596 in Crewe – a difference of 20%. The most affordable entry point in Crewe is a flat at £101,378, while in Haslington it is a terraced at £185,062.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 28% pricier in Haslington (£185,062 vs £133,042).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Haslington prices grew faster — 44% vs 32%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in North WestCrewe has a crime rate of 59.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Haslington at 59.7 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Crewe is violent-crime, while in Haslington 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 Haslington, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 93.8% in Crewe. There are 23 schools in Crewe and 2 in Haslington.
Crewe School Inspection Breakdown
93.8% of 23 schools (16 primary, 7 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Haslington School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Crewe | Haslington |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 23 | 2 |
| Primary | 16 | 2 |
| Secondary | 7 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 93.8% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 392.2 Mbps in Crewe and 392.2 Mbps in Haslington. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 95.4% of premises in Crewe and 95.4% in Haslington. Gigabit availability stands at 73% in Crewe and 73% in Haslington.
Crewe is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (392 vs 392 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Crewe leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.9 (C), while Haslington averages 70.9 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,250 in Crewe and £1,250 in Haslington. 61.8% of homes in Crewe have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 61.8% in Haslington.
Crewe has more energy-efficient housing — 61.8% reach band C or above, vs 61.8% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,000 in Crewe and £32,000 in Haslington. The median age is 46.1 in Crewe and 46.1 in Haslington. Owner-occupancy is 71.9% in Crewe versus 71.9% in Haslington. Employment rates stand at 58.4% in Crewe and 58.4% in Haslington.
| Indicator | Crewe | Haslington |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 74,116 | 5,042 |
| Median Age | 46.1 | 46.1 |
| Median Household Income | £32,000 | £32,000 |
| Employment Rate | 58.4% | 58.4% |
| Owner Occupied | 71.9% | 71.9% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 37.6% | 37.6% |
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