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Our Verdict
Derby and Leeds are closely matched overall. Derby performs better in environment and energy efficiency, while Leeds has the advantage in transport and affordability. Your ideal choice depends on which factors matter most to your lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Derby or Leeds better to live in?
Derby and Leeds are closely matched overall. Derby performs better in environment and energy efficiency, while Leeds has the advantage in transport and affordability. Your ideal choice depends on which factors matter most to your lifestyle.
Is Derby safer than Leeds?
Derby and Leeds have similar crime safety scores (25/100). Scores are based on the Index of Multiple Deprivation crime domain.
Which has better schools, Derby or Leeds?
Derby has 15 schools within 3km, with 40% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Leeds has 15 schools nearby, with 40% rated Good or Outstanding.
Is it cheaper to live in Derby or Leeds?
Estimated monthly bills are lower in Leeds (~£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.