Key differences
Transport: Lambeth (53/100) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (30/100)
Crime rate /1k: Kingston upon Thames (34) is ahead of Lambeth (51)
Safety score: Kingston upon Thames (85/100) is ahead of Lambeth (80/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Lambeth has a stronger transport score — 53/100 vs 30/100. Prices are similar: £569k in Kingston upon Thames vs £540k in Lambeth.
The main gap is transport: Lambeth scores 23 points higher.
Best for
Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Lambeth
Lambeth is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Kingston upon Thames vs Lambeth: what the data says
Overall, Lambeth scores higher on liveability (64/100 vs 67/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Lambeth is more affordable — median price £540k vs £569k in Kingston upon Thames, a difference of around 5%. Over the past year prices changed +2.0% in Kingston upon Thames and +7.1% in Lambeth.
Kingston upon Thames has a lower crime rate (34 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 51 in Lambeth). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Lambeth edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 53/100 vs 30/100).
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