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Our Verdict
Cambridge leads in 6 of 8 categories, scoring higher for crime safety, affordability, broadband. That said, Bath has the edge in transport, making it a strong option depending on what matters most to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bath or Cambridge better to live in?
Cambridge leads in 6 of 8 categories, scoring higher for crime safety, affordability, broadband. That said, Bath has the edge in transport, making it a strong option depending on what matters most to you.
Is Bath safer than Cambridge?
Cambridge scores higher for crime safety (95/100) compared to Bath (48/100). Scores are based on the Index of Multiple Deprivation crime domain.
Which has better schools, Bath or Cambridge?
Bath has 15 schools within 3km, with 60% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Cambridge has 15 schools nearby, with 60% rated Good or Outstanding.
Is it cheaper to live in Bath or Cambridge?
Estimated monthly bills are lower in Bath (~£440/month) compared to Cambridge (~£443/month). Bills include council tax, energy, water, broadband, and insurance estimates.
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Data sources: Scores are estimated using pre-loaded data from MHCLG Indices of Deprivation, Ofsted/GIAS school ratings, DfT Transport Connectivity 2025, MHCLG council tax data, Ofgem energy price cap, and regional averages. For full live data from 20+ government sources, view the individual town reports. Data provided under the Open Government Licence v3.0.