Nottingham vs Leicester
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Nottingham | Leicester |
|---|---|---|
| Region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Type | City | City |
| Median price | £200k | £240k |
| Price change (YoY) | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 95 | 98 |
| Schools | 128 | 149 |
| Good/Outstanding | 121 | 130 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 329,357 | 351,937 |
Nottingham
University city with Robin Hood heritage, a lively centre, and tram network.
View full area guide →Leicester
Multicultural city with rich history, two universities, and strong food scene.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Nottingham or Leicester?
Nottingham is more affordable with a median house price of £200k, compared to £240k in Leicester.
Is Nottingham or Leicester safer?
Nottingham has a lower crime rate at 95 per 1,000 residents, compared to 98 per 1,000 in Leicester. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Nottingham or Leicester?
Nottingham has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 95%, compared to 87% in Leicester. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Nottingham or Leicester?
It depends on your priorities. Nottingham offers £200k median prices with excellent transport, while Leicester has £240k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.