Key differences
Transport: Tower Hamlets (62/100) is ahead of Greenwich (46/100)
Crime rate /1k: Greenwich (30) is ahead of Tower Hamlets (52)
Liveability: Tower Hamlets (72/100) is ahead of Greenwich (63/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Tower Hamlets has a stronger transport score — 62/100 vs 46/100. Prices are similar: £450k in Greenwich vs £453k in Tower Hamlets.
Greenwich is cheaper, but Tower Hamlets scores higher on transport.
Best for
Greenwich
Greenwich suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Best for
Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Greenwich vs Tower Hamlets: what the data says
Overall, Tower Hamlets scores higher on liveability (63/100 vs 72/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Greenwich is more affordable — median price £450k vs £453k in Tower Hamlets, a difference of around 1%. Over the past year prices changed +12.4% in Greenwich and +5.6% in Tower Hamlets.
Greenwich has a lower crime rate (30 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 52 in Tower Hamlets). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Tower Hamlets edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 62/100 vs 46/100).
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