Key differences
Transport: Redbridge (39/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (26/100)
Liveability: Redbridge (61/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (53/100)
Crime rate /1k: Redbridge (28) is ahead of Hillingdon (32)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Redbridge has a stronger transport score — 39/100 vs 26/100. Prices are similar: £510k in Hillingdon vs £505k in Redbridge.
The main gap is transport: Redbridge scores 13 points higher.
Best for
Hillingdon
Hillingdon suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Redbridge
Redbridge is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Hillingdon vs Redbridge: what the data says
Overall, Redbridge scores higher on liveability (53/100 vs 61/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Redbridge is more affordable — median price £505k vs £510k in Hillingdon, a difference of around 1%. Over the past year prices changed +6.1% in Hillingdon and +11.0% in Redbridge.
Redbridge has a lower crime rate (28 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 32 in Hillingdon). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Redbridge edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 39/100 vs 26/100).
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