Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Harrow (86) is ahead of Enfield (98)
Median price: Harrow (£420k) is ahead of Enfield (£430k)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Enfield and Harrow are closely matched across the key liveability metrics. Prices are similar: £430k in Enfield vs £420k in Harrow.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Enfield
Enfield suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Harrow
Harrow suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Enfield vs Harrow: what the data says
Overall, Enfield scores higher on liveability (56/100 vs 55/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Harrow is more affordable — median price £420k vs £430k in Enfield, a difference of around 2%. Over the past year prices changed +0.8% in Enfield and +2.5% in Harrow.
Harrow has a lower crime rate (86 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 98 in Enfield). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Enfield edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 30/100 vs 28/100).
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