Epworth vs Kirton in Lindsey
Which is better to live in? Distance: 10.2 miles apart.
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
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in Yorkshire and the HumberAt £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%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in Yorkshire and the HumberKirton 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.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in Yorkshire and the HumberOf 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.
| Metric | Epworth | Kirton in Lindsey |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 2 | 2 |
| Primary | 1 | 1 |
| Secondary | 1 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 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.
| Indicator | Epworth | Kirton in Lindsey |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,361 | 3,457 |
| Median Age | 44.8 | 46.1 |
| Median Household Income | £29,870.3 | £29,788 |
| Employment Rate | 55.3% | 54.8% |
| Owner Occupied | 66.2% | 68.7% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 24% | 26.2% |
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