Leicester vs Newcastle upon Tyne
Which is better to live in? (2026)
Category Comparison
Our Verdict
Leicester comes out ahead in 5 of 8 categories, with particular strengths in schools, transport, broadband. However, Newcastle upon Tyne performs better in crime safety and affordability, so the best choice depends on your priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leicester or Newcastle upon Tyne better to live in?
Leicester comes out ahead in 5 of 8 categories, with particular strengths in schools, transport, broadband. However, Newcastle upon Tyne performs better in crime safety and affordability, so the best choice depends on your priorities.
Is Leicester safer than Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne scores higher for crime safety (33/100) compared to Leicester (25/100). Scores are based on the Index of Multiple Deprivation crime domain.
Which has better schools, Leicester or Newcastle upon Tyne?
Leicester has 15 schools within 3km, with 47% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Newcastle upon Tyne has 15 schools nearby, with 40% rated Good or Outstanding.
Is it cheaper to live in Leicester or Newcastle upon Tyne?
Estimated monthly bills are lower in Newcastle upon Tyne (~£406/month) compared to Leicester (~£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.