Brighton vs Aberdeen
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Brighton | Aberdeen |
|---|---|---|
| Region | South East | Scotland |
| Type | City | City |
| Median price | £412k | £178k |
| Price change (YoY) | 1.0% | 3.3% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 93 | 64 |
| Schools | 38 | 38 |
| Good/Outstanding | 32 | 27 |
| Transport | Good | Good |
| Population | 273,864 | 236,500 |
Brighton
Bohemian seaside city with vibrant LGBTQ+ community, lanes shopping, and creative scene.
View full area guide →Aberdeen
Granite city with North Sea energy industry, two universities, and coastal beauty.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Brighton or Aberdeen?
Aberdeen is more affordable with a median house price of £178k, compared to £412k in Brighton.
Is Brighton or Aberdeen safer?
Aberdeen has a lower crime rate at 64 per 1,000 residents, compared to 93 per 1,000 in Brighton. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Brighton or Aberdeen?
Brighton has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 84%, compared to 71% in Aberdeen. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Brighton or Aberdeen?
It depends on your priorities. Brighton offers £412k median prices with good transport, while Aberdeen has £178k median prices with good transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.