Hallglen vs Kilsyth
Which is better to live in? Distance: 10.9 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Kilsyth wins on house prices with a 9% gap. Kilsyth has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Hallglen edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Hallglen
£165,479
Kilsyth
£151,310
Crime Rate
Hallglen
3868.6
Kilsyth
3143.8
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Hallglen
94.7%
Kilsyth
78.5%
Avg Download Speed
Hallglen
388.6
Kilsyth
408.8
EPC Rating
Hallglen
50.6
Kilsyth
66.5
Median Income
Hallglen
£27,573
Kilsyth
£36,050
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in ScotlandProperty in Hallglen commands an average of £165,479, compared with £151,310 in Kilsyth – a difference of 9%. The most affordable entry point in Hallglen is a flat at £99,408, while in Kilsyth it is a flat at £89,980.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 10% pricier in Hallglen (£99,408 vs £89,980).
Price Trend (23 Years)
Over the last 21 years, Hallglen prices grew faster — 144% vs 131%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in ScotlandResidents of Kilsyth experience less crime overall, with a rate of 3,143.8 per 1,000 versus 3,868.6 per 1,000 in Hallglen. The most common crime category in Hallglen is other-crime, while in Kilsyth 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 Hallglen, where 94.7% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 78.5% in Kilsyth. There are 59 schools in Hallglen and 154 in Kilsyth.
Hallglen School Inspection Breakdown
94.7% of 59 schools (50 primary, 9 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Kilsyth School Inspection Breakdown
78.5% of 154 schools (127 primary, 27 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Hallglen | Kilsyth |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 59 | 154 |
| Primary | 50 | 127 |
| Secondary | 9 | 27 |
| % Top two bands | 94.7% | 78.5% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 408.8 Mbps in Kilsyth and 388.6 Mbps in Hallglen. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 88.8% of premises in Hallglen and 93.3% in Kilsyth. Gigabit availability stands at 75.2% in Hallglen and 79.3% in Kilsyth.
Kilsyth is the faster of the two by 5% on average download speed (409 vs 389 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Kilsyth leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 66.5 (D), while Hallglen averages 50.6 (E). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,370 in Hallglen and £1,381 in Kilsyth. 32.5% of homes in Hallglen have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 36.9% in Kilsyth.
Kilsyth has more energy-efficient housing — 36.9% reach band C or above, vs 32.5% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £36,050 in Kilsyth and £27,573 in Hallglen. The median age is 38.6 in Hallglen and 44.6 in Kilsyth. Owner-occupancy is 61.6% in Hallglen versus 59.3% in Kilsyth. Employment rates stand at 74.2% in Hallglen and 75.1% in Kilsyth.
| Indicator | Hallglen | Kilsyth |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,180 | 10,080 |
| Median Age | 38.6 | 44.6 |
| Median Household Income | £27,573 | £36,050 |
| Employment Rate | 74.2% | 75.1% |
| Owner Occupied | 61.6% | 59.3% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 34.5% | 34.6% |
Location
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far apart are Hallglen and Kilsyth?
Which is cheaper to buy a house in, Hallglen or Kilsyth?
Is Hallglen or Kilsyth safer?
Which has better schools, Hallglen or Kilsyth?
Which has faster broadband, Hallglen or Kilsyth?
Keep exploring