Key differences
Transport: Tower Hamlets (62/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (26/100)
Liveability: Tower Hamlets (72/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (53/100)
Crime rate /1k: Hillingdon (32) is ahead of Tower Hamlets (52)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Tower Hamlets has a stronger transport score — 62/100 vs 26/100. Tower Hamlets is more affordable at £453k median vs £510k.
The main gap is transport: Tower Hamlets scores 36 points higher.
Best for
Hillingdon
Hillingdon suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Hillingdon vs Tower Hamlets: what the data says
Overall, Tower Hamlets scores higher on liveability (53/100 vs 72/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Tower Hamlets is more affordable — median price £453k vs £510k in Hillingdon, a difference of around 11%. Over the past year prices changed +6.1% in Hillingdon and +5.6% in Tower Hamlets.
Hillingdon has a lower crime rate (32 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 52 in Tower Hamlets). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Tower Hamlets edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 62/100 vs 26/100).
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