Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Hounslow (98) is ahead of Camden (202)
Median price: Hounslow (£440k) is ahead of Camden (£740k)
Transport: Camden (59/100) is ahead of Hounslow (31/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Camden has a stronger transport score — 59/100 vs 31/100. Hounslow is more affordable at £440k median vs £740k.
Camden scores higher on transport, but Hounslow is the more affordable option.
Best for
Camden
Camden is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Hounslow
Hounslow suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Camden vs Hounslow: what the data says
Overall, Camden scores higher on liveability (68/100 vs 57/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Hounslow is more affordable — median price £440k vs £740k in Camden, a difference of around 41%. Over the past year prices changed +2.7% in Camden and +1.7% in Hounslow.
Hounslow has a lower crime rate (98 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 202 in Camden). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Camden edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 59/100 vs 31/100).
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