Key differences
Transport: Greenwich (46/100) is ahead of Sutton (33/100)
Crime rate /1k: Sutton (21) is ahead of Greenwich (30)
Median price: Greenwich (£450k) is ahead of Sutton (£472k)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Greenwich has a stronger transport score — 46/100 vs 33/100. Prices are similar: £450k in Greenwich vs £472k in Sutton.
The main gap is transport: Greenwich scores 13 points higher.
Best for
Greenwich
Greenwich is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Sutton
Sutton suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Greenwich vs Sutton: what the data says
Overall, Greenwich scores higher on liveability (63/100 vs 62/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Greenwich is more affordable — median price £450k vs £472k in Sutton, a difference of around 5%. Over the past year prices changed +12.4% in Greenwich and +2.5% in Sutton.
Sutton has a lower crime rate (21 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 30 in Greenwich). 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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