Key differences
Transport: Haringey (44/100) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (30/100)
Liveability: Haringey (67/100) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (64/100)
Crime rate /1k: Haringey (31) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (34)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Haringey has a stronger transport score — 44/100 vs 30/100. Prices are similar: £567k in Haringey vs £569k in Kingston upon Thames.
The main gap is transport: Haringey scores 14 points higher.
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Haringey
Haringey is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Haringey vs Kingston upon Thames: what the data says
Overall, Haringey scores higher on liveability (67/100 vs 64/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Haringey is more affordable — median price £567k vs £569k in Kingston upon Thames, a difference of around 0%. Over the past year prices changed +2.2% in Haringey and +2.0% in Kingston upon Thames.
Haringey has a lower crime rate (31 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 34 in Kingston upon Thames). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Haringey edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 44/100 vs 30/100).
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