Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Hillingdon (32) is ahead of Westminster (282)
Median price: Hillingdon (£510k) is ahead of Westminster (£940k)
Transport: Westminster (67/100) is ahead of Hillingdon (26/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Westminster has a stronger transport score — 67/100 vs 26/100. Hillingdon is more affordable at £510k median vs £940k.
Hillingdon is cheaper, but Westminster scores higher on transport.
Best for
Hillingdon
Hillingdon suits families and those prioritising a low-crime neighbourhood.
Best for
Westminster
Westminster is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Hillingdon vs Westminster: what the data says
Overall, Westminster scores higher on liveability (53/100 vs 72/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Hillingdon is more affordable — median price £510k vs £940k in Westminster, a difference of around 46%. Over the past year prices changed +6.1% in Hillingdon and +10.5% in Westminster.
Hillingdon has a lower crime rate (32 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 282 in Westminster). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Westminster edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 67/100 vs 26/100).
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