Cramlington vs Bedlington: which place suits you better?
Compare Cramlington and Bedlington on housing costs, school performance, rail access and local character.
Cramlington place profile · Bedlington place profile
Key differences between Cramlington and Bedlington
- Typical sold price
- Cramlington: £203k · Bedlington: £175k · £28k difference
- School performance
- Cramlington: Strong · Bedlington: Typical
Living in Cramlington vs Bedlington: at a glance
Bedlington has the lower typical sold price, at £175k compared with £203k in Cramlington. School performance is rated strong in Cramlington and typical in Bedlington. Both have rail access, while their character differs between Cramlington’s large retail centre and Bedlington’s industrial heritage.
Local character and setting
Cramlington
Cramlington’s centre includes Manor Walks, a major shopping and leisure destination with more than 100 outlets.
Sources: Cramlington Regeneration Programme | Northumberland ...Bedlington
Bedlington’s character is strongly linked to its industrial legacy, which shaped the town’s growth through the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Sources: [PDF] Bedlington place plan - Northumberland County Council · Doctor Pit Park, Bedlington | Northumberland County CouncilWhich place may suit your priorities?
Cramlington
- strong school performance
- Large shopping and leisure centre at Manor Walks
Bedlington
- Lower typical house prices
- Industrial heritage
House prices in Cramlington and Bedlington
| Measure | Cramlington | Bedlington |
|---|---|---|
| Typical sold price £28k difference | £203k · 1,648 sales | £175k · 956 sales |
| Detached homes £15k difference | £305k · 540 sales | £290k · 304 sales |
| Semi-detached homes £34k difference | £189k · 535 sales | £155k · 321 sales |
| Terraced homes £48k difference | £151k · 474 sales | £103k · 255 sales |
| Flats £22k difference | £80k · 99 sales | £58k · 76 sales |
Commuting from Cramlington and Bedlington
| Measure | Cramlington | Bedlington |
|---|---|---|
| National Rail access | Cramlington | Bedlington |
Schools in Cramlington and Bedlington
| Measure | Cramlington | Bedlington |
|---|---|---|
| School quality | Strong school performance | Typical school performance |
| Primary schools 7 vs 5 in the local count | 7 rated schools included for this area | 5 rated schools included for this area |
| These counts cover rated schools linked to the local area used by Homestead. Nearby schools may also serve the area, and the figures do not represent catchments or admissions. | ||
| Secondary schools | 1 rated school included for this area | 1 rated school included for this area |
The trade-off between Cramlington and Bedlington
Bedlington is less expensive, while Cramlington has strong school performance. Both have rail access; the local character information points towards a more modern retail focus in Cramlington and a stronger industrial legacy in Bedlington.