Dymchurch vs Hythe
Which is better to live in? Distance: 4.2 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Hythe wins on house prices with a 71% gap. Dymchurch has the lower crime rate of the two.
Avg House Price
Dymchurch
£568,189
Hythe
£332,015
Crime Rate
Dymchurch
74.9
Hythe
75.0
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Dymchurch
N/A
Hythe
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Dymchurch
199.8
Hythe
406.2
EPC Rating
Dymchurch
70.1
Hythe
70.1
Median Income
Dymchurch
£32,877
Hythe
£32,877
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South EastProperty in Dymchurch commands an average of £568,189, compared with £332,015 in Hythe – a difference of 71%. The most affordable entry point in Dymchurch is a flat at £201,000, while in Hythe it is a flat at £266,614.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 33% pricier in Hythe (£582,530 vs £389,519).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Dymchurch prices grew faster — 104% vs 52%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South EastResidents of Dymchurch experience less crime overall, with a rate of 74.9 per 1,000 versus 75 per 1,000 in Hythe. The most common crime category in Dymchurch is violent-crime, while in Hythe 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 EastSchool quality data is not fully available for both Dymchurch and Hythe. Dymchurch has 1 schools and Hythe has 4 schools.
Dymchurch School Inspection Breakdown
Hythe School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (4 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Dymchurch | Hythe |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 4 |
| Primary | 1 | 4 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | N/A | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 406.2 Mbps in Hythe and 199.8 Mbps in Dymchurch. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 78.1% of premises in Dymchurch and 92.2% in Hythe. Gigabit availability stands at 32.1% in Dymchurch and 79% in Hythe.
Hythe is the faster of the two by 103% on average download speed (406 vs 200 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Dymchurch leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.1 (C), while Hythe averages 70.1 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,184 in Dymchurch and £1,184 in Hythe. 63.6% of homes in Dymchurch have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 63.6% in Hythe.
Dymchurch has more energy-efficient housing — 63.6% reach band C or above, vs 63.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,877 in Dymchurch and £32,877 in Hythe. The median age is 47.5 in Dymchurch and 47.5 in Hythe. Owner-occupancy is 65.8% in Dymchurch versus 65.8% in Hythe. Employment rates stand at 52.2% in Dymchurch and 52.2% in Hythe.
| Indicator | Dymchurch | Hythe |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,097 | 14,382 |
| Median Age | 47.5 | 47.5 |
| Median Household Income | £32,877 | £32,877 |
| Employment Rate | 52.2% | 52.2% |
| Owner Occupied | 65.8% | 65.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 27.4% | 27.4% |
Location
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far apart are Dymchurch and Hythe?
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Dymchurch or Hythe?
Is Dymchurch or Hythe safer?
Which has better schools, Dymchurch or Hythe?
Which has faster broadband, Dymchurch or Hythe?
Keep exploring