Kingskerswell vs Kingsteignton
Which is better to live in? Distance: 3.5 miles apart.
The verdict
Kingsteignton is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 10% lower. For families, Kingskerswell edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Kingskerswell
£327,611
Kingsteignton
£298,317
Crime Rate
Kingskerswell
N/A
Kingsteignton
N/A
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Kingskerswell
100.0%
Kingsteignton
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Kingskerswell
392
Kingsteignton
392
EPC Rating
Kingskerswell
67.8
Kingsteignton
67.8
Median Income
Kingskerswell
£28,061
Kingsteignton
£28,061
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in South WestProperty in Kingskerswell commands an average of £327,611, compared with £298,317 in Kingsteignton – a difference of 10%. The most affordable entry point in Kingskerswell is a flat at £110,375, while in Kingsteignton it is a flat at £163,786.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 33% pricier in Kingsteignton (£163,786 vs £110,375).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Kingskerswell prices grew faster — 29% vs 20%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in South WestCrime rate data is not available for both Kingskerswell and Kingsteignton at this time.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Schools & Education
Best for schools in South WestFamilies may prefer Kingskerswell, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Kingsteignton. There are 1 schools in Kingskerswell and 4 in Kingsteignton.
Kingskerswell School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Kingsteignton School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Kingskerswell | Kingsteignton |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 4 |
| Primary | 1 | 3 |
| Secondary | 0 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 392.0 Mbps in Kingskerswell and 392.0 Mbps in Kingsteignton. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 89% of premises in Kingskerswell and 89% in Kingsteignton. Gigabit availability stands at 75.8% in Kingskerswell and 75.8% in Kingsteignton.
Kingskerswell is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (392 vs 392 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Kingskerswell leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 67.8 (C), while Kingsteignton averages 67.8 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,305 in Kingskerswell and £1,305 in Kingsteignton. 55% of homes in Kingskerswell have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 55% in Kingsteignton.
Kingskerswell has more energy-efficient housing — 55% reach band C or above, vs 55% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £28,060.7 in Kingskerswell and £28,060.7 in Kingsteignton. The median age is 49.5 in Kingskerswell and 49.5 in Kingsteignton. Owner-occupancy is 68.6% in Kingskerswell versus 68.6% in Kingsteignton. Employment rates stand at 53.1% in Kingskerswell and 53.1% in Kingsteignton.
| Indicator | Kingskerswell | Kingsteignton |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,217 | 11,945 |
| Median Age | 49.5 | 49.5 |
| Median Household Income | £28,060.7 | £28,060.7 |
| Employment Rate | 53.1% | 53.1% |
| Owner Occupied | 68.6% | 68.6% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 32.7% | 32.7% |
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