Haddington vs North Berwick
Which is better to live in? Distance: 7.2 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Haddington wins on house prices with a 0% gap. Haddington has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Haddington edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Haddington
£281,427
North Berwick
£281,427
Crime Rate
Haddington
770.2
North Berwick
1014.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Haddington
71.4%
North Berwick
71.4%
Avg Download Speed
Haddington
387.5
North Berwick
306.5
EPC Rating
Haddington
55.6
North Berwick
57
Median Income
Haddington
£32,762
North Berwick
£31,713
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in ScotlandProperty in North Berwick commands an average of £281,427, compared with £281,427 in Haddington – a difference of 0%. The most affordable entry point in Haddington is a flat at £164,424, while in North Berwick it is a flat at £164,424.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 0% pricier in Haddington (£530,642 vs £530,642).
Price Trend (23 Years)
Over the last 21 years, Haddington prices grew faster — 127% vs 127%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in ScotlandResidents of Haddington experience less crime overall, with a rate of 770.2 per 1,000 versus 1,014.7 per 1,000 in North Berwick. The most common crime category in Haddington is other-crime, while in North Berwick it is other-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: other crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in ScotlandFamilies may prefer Haddington, where 71.4% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 71.4% in North Berwick. There are 41 schools in Haddington and 41 in North Berwick.
Haddington School Inspection Breakdown
71.4% of 41 schools (34 primary, 7 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
North Berwick School Inspection Breakdown
71.4% of 41 schools (34 primary, 7 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Haddington | North Berwick |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 41 | 41 |
| Primary | 34 | 34 |
| Secondary | 7 | 7 |
| % Top two bands | 71.4% | 71.4% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 387.5 Mbps in Haddington and 306.5 Mbps in North Berwick. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 83.7% of premises in Haddington and 83.3% in North Berwick. Gigabit availability stands at 74.2% in Haddington and 56.6% in North Berwick.
Haddington is the faster of the two by 26% on average download speed (388 vs 307 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
North Berwick leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 57 (D), while Haddington averages 55.6 (D). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,307 in Haddington and £1,344 in North Berwick. 34.6% of homes in Haddington have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 65% in North Berwick.
North Berwick has more energy-efficient housing — 65% reach band C or above, vs 34.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,762 in Haddington and £31,713 in North Berwick. The median age is 40.5 in Haddington and 41 in North Berwick. Owner-occupancy is 68.7% in Haddington versus 71.4% in North Berwick. Employment rates stand at 73.3% in Haddington and 75.6% in North Berwick.
| Indicator | Haddington | North Berwick |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,130 | 6,930 |
| Median Age | 40.5 | 41 |
| Median Household Income | £32,762 | £31,713 |
| Employment Rate | 73.3% | 75.6% |
| Owner Occupied | 68.7% | 71.4% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 28.8% | 30.3% |
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