Ivybridge vs Kingsbridge
Which is better to live in? Distance: 9.7 miles apart.
The verdict
Property in Ivybridge is about 30% cheaper on average. For families, Ivybridge edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Ivybridge
£338,035
Kingsbridge
£482,836
Crime Rate
Ivybridge
N/A
Kingsbridge
N/A
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Ivybridge
100.0%
Kingsbridge
50.0%
Avg Download Speed
Ivybridge
268.9
Kingsbridge
198.1
EPC Rating
Ivybridge
66.8
Kingsbridge
66.8
Median Income
Ivybridge
£29,455
Kingsbridge
£29,455
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South WestThe average house price in Ivybridge is £338,035, which is 30% less than Kingsbridge at £482,836. The most affordable entry point in Ivybridge is a flat at £179,804, while in Kingsbridge it is a flat at £256,074.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 33% pricier in Kingsbridge (£676,267 vs £451,561).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Kingsbridge prices grew faster — 33% vs 26%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South WestCrime rate data is not available for both Ivybridge and Kingsbridge at this time.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Schools & Education
Best for schools in South WestIvybridge has 100% of schools in the top two inspection bands, compared to 50% in Kingsbridge. Ivybridge has 5 schools in total, while Kingsbridge has 2.
Ivybridge School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 5 schools (4 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Kingsbridge School Inspection Breakdown
50% of 2 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Ivybridge | Kingsbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 5 | 2 |
| Primary | 4 | 1 |
| Secondary | 1 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 50% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Ivybridge offers faster average downloads at 268.9 Mbps, compared to 198.1 Mbps in Kingsbridge. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 84.6% of premises in Ivybridge and 76.6% in Kingsbridge. Gigabit availability stands at 47.3% in Ivybridge and 31.6% in Kingsbridge.
Ivybridge is the faster of the two by 36% on average download speed (269 vs 198 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Homes in Ivybridge are more energy-efficient on average, with an EPC score of 66.8 (band C) versus 66.8 (band C) in Kingsbridge. Estimated annual energy costs average £1,475 in Ivybridge and £1,475 in Kingsbridge. 53.3% of homes in Ivybridge have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 53.3% in Kingsbridge.
Ivybridge has more energy-efficient housing — 53.3% reach band C or above, vs 53.3% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,455 in Ivybridge and £29,455 in Kingsbridge. The median age is 50.3 in Ivybridge and 50.3 in Kingsbridge. Employment rates stand at 54.1% in Ivybridge and 54.1% in Kingsbridge. Owner-occupancy is 70.5% in Ivybridge versus 70.5% in Kingsbridge.
| Indicator | Ivybridge | Kingsbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,485 | 5,682 |
| Median Age | 50.3 | 50.3 |
| Median Household Income | £29,455 | £29,455 |
| Employment Rate | 54.1% | 54.1% |
| Owner Occupied | 70.5% | 70.5% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 39.9% | 39.9% |
Location
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