Key differences
Transport: Greenwich (46/100) is ahead of Hounslow (33/100)
Liveability: Greenwich (63/100) is ahead of Hounslow (59/100)
Median price: Greenwich (£450k) is ahead of Hounslow (£485k)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Greenwich has a stronger transport score — 46/100 vs 33/100. Greenwich is more affordable at £450k median vs £485k.
The main gap is transport: Greenwich scores 12 points higher.
Best for
Greenwich
Greenwich is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Hounslow
Hounslow suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Greenwich vs Hounslow: what the data says
Overall, Greenwich scores higher on liveability (63/100 vs 59/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Greenwich is more affordable — median price £450k vs £485k in Hounslow, a difference of around 7%. Over the past year prices changed +12.4% in Greenwich and +15.0% in Hounslow.
Greenwich has a lower crime rate (30 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 35 in Hounslow). 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 33/100).
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