Key differences
Transport: Greenwich (46/100) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (30/100)
Median price: Greenwich (£450k) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (£569k)
Crime rate /1k: Greenwich (30) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (34)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Greenwich has a stronger transport score — 46/100 vs 30/100. Greenwich is more affordable at £450k median vs £569k.
The main gap is transport: Greenwich scores 15 points higher.
Best for
Greenwich
Greenwich is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Greenwich vs Kingston upon Thames: what the data says
Overall, Kingston upon Thames scores higher on liveability (63/100 vs 64/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Greenwich is more affordable — median price £450k vs £569k in Kingston upon Thames, a difference of around 21%. Over the past year prices changed +12.4% in Greenwich and +2.0% in Kingston upon Thames.
Greenwich has a lower crime rate (30 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 34 in Kingston upon Thames). 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 30/100).
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