Leeds vs Bristol
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Leeds | Bristol |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Yorkshire | South West |
| Type | City | City |
| Median price | £235k | £350k |
| Price change (YoY) | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 80 | 78 |
| Schools | 307 | 151 |
| Good/Outstanding | 283 | 135 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 791,137 | 461,597 |
Leeds
Yorkshire's economic powerhouse with a thriving digital and finance sector.
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Creative, green-minded city with strong tech sector and harbour-side living.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Leeds or Bristol?
Leeds is more affordable with a median house price of £235k, compared to £350k in Bristol.
Is Leeds or Bristol safer?
Bristol has a lower crime rate at 78 per 1,000 residents, compared to 80 per 1,000 in Leeds. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Leeds or Bristol?
Leeds has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 92%, compared to 89% in Bristol. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Leeds or Bristol?
It depends on your priorities. Leeds offers £235k median prices with excellent transport, while Bristol has £350k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.