Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Wandsworth (79) is ahead of Hammersmith and Fulham (103)
Transport: Hammersmith and Fulham (52/100) is ahead of Wandsworth (46/100)
Safety score: Wandsworth (76/100) is ahead of Hammersmith and Fulham (71/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Hammersmith and Fulham has a stronger transport score — 52/100 vs 46/100. Wandsworth is more affordable at £615k median vs £650k.
Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on transport, but Wandsworth is the more affordable option.
Best for
Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Wandsworth
Wandsworth suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Hammersmith and Fulham vs Wandsworth: what the data says
Overall, Hammersmith and Fulham scores higher on liveability (70/100 vs 68/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Wandsworth is more affordable — median price £615k vs £650k in Hammersmith and Fulham, a difference of around 5%. Over the past year prices changed 0.0% in Hammersmith and Fulham and -0.8% in Wandsworth.
Wandsworth has a lower crime rate (79 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 103 in Hammersmith and Fulham). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Hammersmith and Fulham edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 52/100 vs 46/100).
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