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Our Verdict
Carlisle comes out ahead in 4 of 8 categories, with particular strengths in schools, affordability, broadband. However, Derby performs better in transport and environment, so the best choice depends on your priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carlisle or Derby better to live in?
Carlisle comes out ahead in 4 of 8 categories, with particular strengths in schools, affordability, broadband. However, Derby performs better in transport and environment, so the best choice depends on your priorities.
Is Carlisle safer than Derby?
Carlisle and Derby have similar crime safety scores (25/100). Scores are based on the Index of Multiple Deprivation crime domain.
Which has better schools, Carlisle or Derby?
Carlisle has 15 schools within 3km, with 53% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Derby has 15 schools nearby, with 40% rated Good or Outstanding.
Is it cheaper to live in Carlisle or Derby?
Estimated monthly bills are lower in Carlisle (~£407/month) compared to Derby (~£411/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.