Key differences
Transport: Lewisham (49/100) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (30/100)
Median price: Lewisham (£460k) is ahead of Kingston upon Thames (£569k)
Safety score: Kingston upon Thames (85/100) is ahead of Lewisham (81/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Lewisham has a stronger transport score — 49/100 vs 30/100. Lewisham is more affordable at £460k median vs £569k.
The main gap is transport: Lewisham scores 19 points higher.
Best for
Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Lewisham
Lewisham is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Kingston upon Thames vs Lewisham: what the data says
Overall, Lewisham scores higher on liveability (64/100 vs 66/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Lewisham is more affordable — median price £460k vs £569k in Kingston upon Thames, a difference of around 19%. Over the past year prices changed +2.0% in Kingston upon Thames and +7.1% in Lewisham.
Kingston upon Thames has a lower crime rate (34 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 35 in Lewisham). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Lewisham edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 49/100 vs 30/100).
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