Key differences
Transport: Waltham Forest (41/100) is ahead of Harrow (33/100)
Liveability: Waltham Forest (64/100) is ahead of Harrow (58/100)
Crime rate /1k: Waltham Forest (24) is ahead of Harrow (28)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Waltham Forest has a stronger transport score — 41/100 vs 33/100. Prices are similar: £542k in Harrow vs £530k in Waltham Forest.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Harrow
Harrow suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Harrow vs Waltham Forest: what the data says
Overall, Waltham Forest scores higher on liveability (58/100 vs 64/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Waltham Forest is more affordable — median price £530k vs £542k in Harrow, a difference of around 2%. Over the past year prices changed +2.5% in Harrow and +39.5% in Waltham Forest.
Waltham Forest has a lower crime rate (24 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 28 in Harrow). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Waltham Forest edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 41/100 vs 33/100).
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