Key differences
Transport: Greenwich (46/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (26/100)
Liveability: Greenwich (63/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (53/100)
Median price: Greenwich (£450k) is ahead of Hillingdon (£510k)
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The Verdict
Greenwich has a stronger transport score — 46/100 vs 26/100. Greenwich is more affordable at £450k median vs £510k.
The main gap is transport: Greenwich scores 20 points higher.
Best for
Greenwich
Greenwich is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Hillingdon
Hillingdon suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Greenwich vs Hillingdon: what the data says
Overall, Greenwich scores higher on liveability (63/100 vs 53/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Greenwich is more affordable — median price £450k vs £510k in Hillingdon, a difference of around 12%. Over the past year prices changed +12.4% in Greenwich and +6.1% in Hillingdon.
Greenwich has a lower crime rate (30 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 32 in Hillingdon). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Greenwich edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 46/100 vs 26/100).
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