Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Bexley (81) is ahead of Hillingdon (111)
Transport: Bexley (32/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (22/100)
Liveability: Bexley (57/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (50/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Bexley has a stronger transport score — 32/100 vs 22/100. Bexley is more affordable at £391k median vs £450k.
The main gap is transport: Bexley scores 11 points higher.
Best for
Bexley
Bexley suits commuting families who want both safety and connectivity.
Best for
Hillingdon
Hillingdon suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Bexley vs Hillingdon: what the data says
Overall, Bexley scores higher on liveability (57/100 vs 50/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Bexley is more affordable — median price £391k vs £450k in Hillingdon, a difference of around 13%. Over the past year prices changed -0.9% in Bexley and +0.6% in Hillingdon.
Bexley has a lower crime rate (81 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 111 in Hillingdon). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Bexley edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 32/100 vs 22/100).
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