Market Deeping vs Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 11.5 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Yaxley (huntingdonshire) wins on house prices with a 8% gap. Market Deeping has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Market Deeping edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Market Deeping
£311,631
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
£289,328
Crime Rate
Market Deeping
52.6
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
65.1
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Market Deeping
100.0%
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Market Deeping
335.7
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
407.6
EPC Rating
Market Deeping
71
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
72.6
Median Income
Market Deeping
£29,751
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire)
£31,545
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in East MidlandsProperty in Market Deeping commands an average of £311,631, compared with £289,328 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) – a difference of 8%. The most affordable entry point in Market Deeping is a terraced at £201,833, while in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) it is a flat at £140,750.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 44% pricier in Market Deeping (£202,625 vs £140,750).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Yaxley (huntingdonshire) prices grew faster — 39% vs -20%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in East MidlandsResidents of Market Deeping experience less crime overall, with a rate of 52.6 per 1,000 versus 65.1 per 1,000 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). The most common crime category in Market Deeping is violent-crime, while in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) 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 East MidlandsFamilies may prefer Market Deeping, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). There are 2 schools in Market Deeping and 3 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
Market Deeping School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Yaxley (Huntingdonshire) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 3 schools (3 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Market Deeping | Yaxley (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 2 | 3 |
| Primary | 2 | 3 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 407.6 Mbps in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) and 335.7 Mbps in Market Deeping. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 89.1% of premises in Market Deeping and 93.6% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Gigabit availability stands at 62.6% in Market Deeping and 78.6% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
Yaxley (huntingdonshire) is the faster of the two by 21% on average download speed (408 vs 336 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Yaxley (huntingdonshire) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 72.6 (C), while Market Deeping averages 71 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,212 in Market Deeping and £1,117 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). 64.5% of homes in Market Deeping have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 69.3% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
Yaxley (huntingdonshire) has more energy-efficient housing — 69.3% reach band C or above, vs 64.5% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £31,544.7 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire) and £29,750.7 in Market Deeping. The median age is 44.1 in Market Deeping and 43 in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Owner-occupancy is 64.5% in Market Deeping versus 63.8% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire). Employment rates stand at 58.5% in Market Deeping and 59.1% in Yaxley (huntingdonshire).
| Indicator | Market Deeping | Yaxley (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,238 | 9,403 |
| Median Age | 44.1 | 43 |
| Median Household Income | £29,750.7 | £31,544.7 |
| Employment Rate | 58.5% | 59.1% |
| Owner Occupied | 64.5% | 63.8% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 25.5% | 26.2% |
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