Key differences
Transport: Lewisham (49/100) is ahead of Sutton (29/100)
Median price: Sutton (£382k) is ahead of Lewisham (£465k)
Crime rate /1k: Sutton (76) is ahead of Lewisham (91)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Lewisham has a stronger transport score — 49/100 vs 29/100. Sutton is more affordable at £382k median vs £465k.
Lewisham scores higher on transport, but Sutton is the more affordable option.
Best for
Lewisham
Lewisham is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Sutton
Sutton suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Lewisham vs Sutton: what the data says
Overall, Lewisham scores higher on liveability (63/100 vs 61/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Sutton is more affordable — median price £382k vs £465k in Lewisham, a difference of around 18%. Over the past year prices changed +0.3% in Lewisham and +1.6% in Sutton.
Sutton has a lower crime rate (76 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 91 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 29/100).
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