Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Lambeth (106) is ahead of Hackney (127)
Median price: Lambeth (£540k) is ahead of Hackney (£580k)
Safety score: Lambeth (70/100) is ahead of Hackney (67/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Hackney and Lambeth are closely matched across the key liveability metrics. Lambeth is more affordable at £540k median vs £580k.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Hackney
Hackney suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Lambeth
Lambeth suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Hackney vs Lambeth: what the data says
Overall, Hackney scores higher on liveability (66/100 vs 64/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Lambeth is more affordable — median price £540k vs £580k in Hackney, a difference of around 7%. Over the past year prices changed +1.1% in Hackney and +0.2% in Lambeth.
Lambeth has a lower crime rate (106 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 127 in Hackney). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Lambeth edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 53/100 vs 52/100).
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