Key differences
Transport: Merton (39/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (26/100)
Liveability: Merton (65/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (53/100)
Crime rate /1k: Merton (23) is ahead of Hillingdon (32)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Merton has a stronger transport score — 39/100 vs 26/100. Prices are similar: £510k in Hillingdon vs £539k in Merton.
Hillingdon is cheaper, but Merton scores higher on transport.
Best for
Hillingdon
Hillingdon suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Best for
Merton
Merton is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Hillingdon vs Merton: what the data says
Overall, Merton scores higher on liveability (53/100 vs 65/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Hillingdon is more affordable — median price £510k vs £539k in Merton, a difference of around 5%. Over the past year prices changed +6.1% in Hillingdon and +2.0% in Merton.
Merton has a lower crime rate (23 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 32 in Hillingdon). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Merton edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 39/100 vs 26/100).
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