Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Bromley (77) is ahead of Westminster (343)
Safety score: Bromley (77/100) is ahead of Westminster (30/100)
Median price: Bromley (£435k) is ahead of Westminster (£790k)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Bromley has a stronger safety score — 77/100 vs 30/100. Bromley is more affordable at £435k median vs £790k.
Bromley is cheaper, but Westminster scores higher on transport.
Best for
Bromley
Bromley suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Best for
Westminster
Westminster is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Bromley vs Westminster: what the data says
Overall, Westminster scores higher on liveability (60/100 vs 67/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Bromley is more affordable — median price £435k vs £790k in Westminster, a difference of around 45%. Over the past year prices changed +0.9% in Bromley and -4.2% in Westminster.
Bromley has a lower crime rate (77 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 343 in Westminster). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Westminster edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 69/100 vs 31/100).
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