Gillingham (Dorset) vs Wincanton
Which is better to live in? Distance: 6.0 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Gillingham (dorset) wins on house prices with a 21% gap. Gillingham (dorset) has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Wincanton edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Gillingham (Dorset)
£349,487
Wincanton
£444,538
Crime Rate
Gillingham (Dorset)
29.2
Wincanton
82.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Gillingham (Dorset)
66.7%
Wincanton
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Gillingham (Dorset)
404.2
Wincanton
435.8
EPC Rating
Gillingham (Dorset)
68.3
Wincanton
68.4
Median Income
Gillingham (Dorset)
£29,709
Wincanton
£28,807
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South WestProperty in Wincanton commands an average of £444,538, compared with £349,487 in Gillingham (dorset) – a difference of 21%. The most affordable entry point in Gillingham (dorset) is a flat at £144,339, while in Wincanton it is a flat at £128,464.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 12% pricier in Gillingham (dorset) (£144,339 vs £128,464).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Wincanton prices grew faster — 88% vs 31%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South WestResidents of Gillingham (dorset) experience less crime overall, with a rate of 29.2 per 1,000 versus 82.7 per 1,000 in Wincanton. The most common crime category in Gillingham (dorset) is violent-crime, while in Wincanton 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 WestFamilies may prefer Wincanton, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 66.7% in Gillingham (dorset). There are 4 schools in Gillingham (dorset) and 3 in Wincanton.
Gillingham (Dorset) School Inspection Breakdown
66.7% of 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Wincanton School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (2 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Gillingham (Dorset) | Wincanton |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 4 | 3 |
| Primary | 3 | 2 |
| Secondary | 1 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 66.7% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 435.8 Mbps in Wincanton and 404.2 Mbps in Gillingham (dorset). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 93.5% of premises in Gillingham (dorset) and 94.4% in Wincanton. Gigabit availability stands at 78.1% in Gillingham (dorset) and 85.6% in Wincanton.
Wincanton is the faster of the two by 8% on average download speed (436 vs 404 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Wincanton leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 68.4 (C), while Gillingham (dorset) averages 68.3 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,375 in Gillingham (dorset) and £1,363 in Wincanton. 56% of homes in Gillingham (dorset) have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 57.9% in Wincanton.
Wincanton has more energy-efficient housing — 57.9% reach band C or above, vs 56% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,709 in Gillingham (dorset) and £28,807 in Wincanton. The median age is 51.1 in Gillingham (dorset) and 47.3 in Wincanton. Owner-occupancy is 70.4% in Gillingham (dorset) versus 67.6% in Wincanton. Employment rates stand at 52.1% in Gillingham (dorset) and 56.8% in Wincanton.
| Indicator | Gillingham (Dorset) | Wincanton |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,009 | 6,744 |
| Median Age | 51.1 | 47.3 |
| Median Household Income | £29,709 | £28,807 |
| Employment Rate | 52.1% | 56.8% |
| Owner Occupied | 70.4% | 67.6% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 31.5% | 30.5% |
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