Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Hammersmith and Fulham (49) is ahead of Hackney (79)
Median price: Hackney (£580k) is ahead of Hammersmith and Fulham (£705k)
Safety score: Hammersmith and Fulham (81/100) is ahead of Hackney (77/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Hackney and Hammersmith and Fulham are closely matched across the key liveability metrics. Hackney is more affordable at £580k median vs £705k.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Hackney
Hackney suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Best for
Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Hackney vs Hammersmith and Fulham: what the data says
Overall, Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on liveability (69/100 vs 72/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Hackney is more affordable — median price £580k vs £705k in Hammersmith and Fulham, a difference of around 18%. Over the past year prices changed +20.4% in Hackney and +5.1% in Hammersmith and Fulham.
Hammersmith and Fulham has a lower crime rate (49 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 79 in Hackney). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Hackney edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 54/100 vs 53/100).
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