Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Hammersmith and Fulham (49) is ahead of Islington (105)
Safety score: Hammersmith and Fulham (81/100) is ahead of Islington (75/100)
Median price: Islington (£658k) is ahead of Hammersmith and Fulham (£705k)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Hammersmith and Fulham has a stronger safety score — 81/100 vs 75/100. Islington is more affordable at £658k median vs £705k.
Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on safety, but Islington is the more affordable option.
Best for
Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Best for
Islington
Islington is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Hammersmith and Fulham vs Islington: what the data says
Overall, Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on liveability (72/100 vs 72/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Islington is more affordable — median price £658k vs £705k in Hammersmith and Fulham, a difference of around 7%. Over the past year prices changed +5.1% in Hammersmith and Fulham and +12.0% in Islington.
Hammersmith and Fulham has a lower crime rate (49 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 105 in Islington). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Islington edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 58/100 vs 53/100).
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