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Epworth vs Kirton in Lindsey

Which is better to live in? Distance: 10.2 miles apart.

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The verdict

Epworth is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 23% lower. Kirton In Lindsey has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Epworth edges ahead on school quality.

Avg House Price

Epworth

£291,383

Kirton in Lindsey

£376,000

Crime Rate

Epworth

76.4

Kirton in Lindsey

76.1

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

Epworth

100.0%

Kirton in Lindsey

0.0%

Avg Download Speed

Epworth

407.8

Kirton in Lindsey

333.2

EPC Rating

Epworth

70.9

Kirton in Lindsey

71.1

Median Income

Epworth

£29,870

Kirton in Lindsey

£29,788

At £291,383, Epworth undercuts Kirton In Lindsey (£376,000) by around 23% on average house prices. The most affordable entry point in Epworth is a terraced at £145,421, while in Kirton In Lindsey it is a detached at £500,000.

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Biggest gap: detached homes are 32% pricier in Kirton In Lindsey (£500,000 vs £339,925).

Price Trend (11 Years)

Over the last 9 years, Epworth prices grew faster — 60% vs 17%.

Kirton In Lindsey has a crime rate of 76.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Epworth at 76.4 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Epworth is violent-crime, while in Kirton In Lindsey it is violent-crime.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.

Of the 2 schools in Epworth, 100% are in the top two inspection bands. In Kirton In Lindsey, which has 2 schools, the figure is 0%.

Epworth School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

Kirton in Lindsey School Inspection Breakdown

0% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

MetricEpworthKirton in Lindsey
Total Schools22
Primary11
Secondary11
% Top two bands100%0%

Broadband & Connectivity

Broadband in Epworth averages 407.8 Mbps – ahead of Kirton In Lindsey's 333.2 Mbps. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 89.7% of premises in Epworth and 82.7% in Kirton In Lindsey. Gigabit availability stands at 79.5% in Epworth and 61.7% in Kirton In Lindsey.

Epworth is the faster of the two by 22% on average download speed (408 vs 333 Mbps).

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Kirton In Lindsey leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.1 (C), while Epworth averages 70.9 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,212 in Epworth and £1,306 in Kirton In Lindsey. 62% of homes in Epworth have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 63% in Kirton In Lindsey.

Kirton In Lindsey has more energy-efficient housing — 63% reach band C or above, vs 62% in the other.

Demographics & Economy

Median household income is £29,870.3 in Epworth and £29,788 in Kirton In Lindsey. The median age is 44.8 in Epworth and 46.1 in Kirton In Lindsey. Owner-occupancy is 66.2% in Epworth versus 68.7% in Kirton In Lindsey. Employment rates stand at 55.3% in Epworth and 54.8% in Kirton In Lindsey.

IndicatorEpworthKirton in Lindsey
Population4,3613,457
Median Age44.846.1
Median Household Income£29,870.3£29,788
Employment Rate55.3%54.8%
Owner Occupied66.2%68.7%
Degree-Level Qualified24%26.2%

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How far apart are Epworth and Kirton In Lindsey?
Epworth and Kirton In Lindsey are approximately 10.2 miles apart as the crow flies.
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Epworth or Kirton In Lindsey?
Epworth is cheaper, with an average house price of £291,383.
Is Epworth or Kirton In Lindsey safer?
Kirton In Lindsey has the lower crime rate at 76.1 per 1,000 residents.
Which has better schools, Epworth or Kirton In Lindsey?
Epworth has the higher share of schools in the top two inspection bands at 100%.
Which has faster broadband, Epworth or Kirton In Lindsey?
Epworth has faster average broadband at 407.8 Mbps.

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