Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Newham (101) is ahead of Tower Hamlets (121)
Transport: Tower Hamlets (64/100) is ahead of Newham (52/100)
Liveability: Tower Hamlets (70/100) is ahead of Newham (65/100)
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The Verdict
Tower Hamlets has a stronger transport score — 64/100 vs 52/100. Prices are similar: £450k in Newham vs £475k in Tower Hamlets.
Newham is cheaper, but Tower Hamlets scores higher on transport.
Best for
Newham
Newham suits first-time buyers and value-focused buyers on tighter budgets.
Best for
Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Newham vs Tower Hamlets: what the data says
Overall, Tower Hamlets scores higher on liveability (65/100 vs 70/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Newham is more affordable — median price £450k vs £475k in Tower Hamlets, a difference of around 5%. Over the past year prices changed -0.8% in Newham and -0.7% in Tower Hamlets.
Newham has a lower crime rate (101 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 121 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 64/100 vs 52/100).
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