Key differences
Transport: Ealing (40/100) is ahead of Harrow (33/100)
Crime rate /1k: Harrow (28) is ahead of Ealing (36)
Liveability: Ealing (60/100) is ahead of Harrow (58/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Ealing has a stronger transport score — 40/100 vs 33/100. Prices are similar: £530k in Ealing vs £542k in Harrow.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Ealing
Ealing is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Harrow
Harrow suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Ealing vs Harrow: what the data says
Overall, Ealing scores higher on liveability (60/100 vs 58/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Ealing is more affordable — median price £530k vs £542k in Harrow, a difference of around 2%. Over the past year prices changed +8.9% in Ealing and +2.5% in Harrow.
Harrow has a lower crime rate (28 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 36 in Ealing). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Ealing edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 40/100 vs 33/100).
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