High Wycombe vs Aylesbury
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | High Wycombe | Aylesbury |
|---|---|---|
| Region | South East | South East |
| Type | Town | Town |
| Median price | £375k | £308k |
| Price change (YoY) | 1.4% | 0.8% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 78 | 71 |
| Schools | 34 | 32 |
| Good/Outstanding | 27 | 26 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 76,177 | 62,460 |
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire's largest town with furniture heritage, fast Chiltern trains, and surrounding hills.
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Buckinghamshire county town with market heritage and new East West Rail connection.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, High Wycombe or Aylesbury?
Aylesbury is more affordable with a median house price of £308k, compared to £375k in High Wycombe.
Is High Wycombe or Aylesbury safer?
Aylesbury has a lower crime rate at 71 per 1,000 residents, compared to 78 per 1,000 in High Wycombe. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, High Wycombe or Aylesbury?
Aylesbury has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 81%, compared to 79% in High Wycombe. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in High Wycombe or Aylesbury?
It depends on your priorities. High Wycombe offers £375k median prices with excellent transport, while Aylesbury has £308k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.