Key differences
Median price: Bexley (£391k) is ahead of Hammersmith and Fulham (£650k)
Transport: Hammersmith and Fulham (52/100) is ahead of Bexley (32/100)
Crime rate /1k: Bexley (81) is ahead of Hammersmith and Fulham (103)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Hammersmith and Fulham has a stronger transport score — 52/100 vs 32/100. Bexley is more affordable at £391k median vs £650k.
Bexley is cheaper, but Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on transport.
Best for
Bexley
Bexley suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Best for
Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Bexley vs Hammersmith and Fulham: what the data says
Overall, Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on liveability (57/100 vs 70/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Bexley is more affordable — median price £391k vs £650k in Hammersmith and Fulham, a difference of around 40%. Over the past year prices changed -0.9% in Bexley and 0.0% in Hammersmith and Fulham.
Bexley has a lower crime rate (81 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 103 in Hammersmith and Fulham). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Hammersmith and Fulham edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 52/100 vs 32/100).
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