Key differences
Median price: Bexley (£391k) is ahead of Ealing (£499k)
Transport: Ealing (37/100) is ahead of Bexley (32/100)
Crime rate /1k: Bexley (81) is ahead of Ealing (87)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Ealing has a stronger transport score — 37/100 vs 32/100. Bexley is more affordable at £391k median vs £499k.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Bexley
Bexley suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Best for
Ealing
Ealing suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Bexley vs Ealing: what the data says
Overall, Ealing scores higher on liveability (57/100 vs 58/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Bexley is more affordable — median price £391k vs £499k in Ealing, a difference of around 22%. Over the past year prices changed -0.9% in Bexley and -2.3% in Ealing.
Bexley has a lower crime rate (81 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 87 in Ealing). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Ealing edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 37/100 vs 32/100).
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