Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Lambeth (106) is ahead of Camden (202)
Median price: Lambeth (£540k) is ahead of Camden (£740k)
Safety score: Lambeth (70/100) is ahead of Camden (55/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Lambeth has a stronger safety score — 70/100 vs 55/100. Lambeth is more affordable at £540k median vs £740k.
Camden scores higher on transport, but Lambeth is the more affordable option.
Best for
Camden
Camden is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Lambeth
Lambeth suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Camden vs Lambeth: what the data says
Overall, Camden scores higher on liveability (68/100 vs 64/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Lambeth is more affordable — median price £540k vs £740k in Camden, a difference of around 27%. Over the past year prices changed +2.7% in Camden and +0.2% in Lambeth.
Lambeth has a lower crime rate (106 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 53/100).
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