Durham vs Salisbury
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Durham | Salisbury |
|---|---|---|
| Region | North East | South West |
| Type | Town | Town |
| Median price | £200k | £300k |
| Price change (YoY) | -9.0% | 0.0% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 51 | 49 |
| Schools | 25 | 31 |
| Good/Outstanding | 23 | 29 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 54,689 | 44,443 |
Durham
UNESCO World Heritage city with stunning cathedral, castle, and riverside university campus.
View full area guide →Salisbury
Cathedral city near Stonehenge with medieval old town and Wiltshire countryside.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Durham or Salisbury?
Durham is more affordable with a median house price of £200k, compared to £300k in Salisbury.
Is Durham or Salisbury safer?
Salisbury has a lower crime rate at 49 per 1,000 residents, compared to 51 per 1,000 in Durham. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Durham or Salisbury?
Salisbury has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 94%, compared to 92% in Durham. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Durham or Salisbury?
It depends on your priorities. Durham offers £200k median prices with excellent transport, while Salisbury has £300k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.