Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Merton (61) is ahead of Camden (202)
Median price: Merton (£512k) is ahead of Camden (£740k)
Safety score: Merton (79/100) is ahead of Camden (55/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Merton has a stronger safety score — 79/100 vs 55/100. Merton is more affordable at £512k median vs £740k.
Camden scores higher on transport, but Merton is the more affordable option.
Best for
Camden
Camden is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Merton
Merton suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Camden vs Merton: 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 Merton is more affordable — median price £512k vs £740k in Camden, a difference of around 31%. Over the past year prices changed +2.7% in Camden and +1.5% in Merton.
Merton has a lower crime rate (61 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 37/100).
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