Key differences
Transport: Newham (52/100) is ahead of Waltham Forest (37/100)
Crime rate /1k: Waltham Forest (81) is ahead of Newham (101)
Median price: Newham (£450k) is ahead of Waltham Forest (£525k)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Newham has a stronger transport score — 52/100 vs 37/100. Newham is more affordable at £450k median vs £525k.
The main gap is transport: Newham scores 16 points higher.
Best for
Newham
Newham is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Newham vs Waltham Forest: what the data says
Overall, Newham scores higher on liveability (65/100 vs 62/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Newham is more affordable — median price £450k vs £525k in Waltham Forest, a difference of around 14%. Over the past year prices changed -0.8% in Newham and +0.2% in Waltham Forest.
Waltham Forest has a lower crime rate (81 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 101 in Newham). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Newham edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 52/100 vs 37/100).
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