Key differences
Transport: Wandsworth (46/100) is ahead of Richmond upon Thames (32/100)
Median price: Wandsworth (£615k) is ahead of Richmond upon Thames (£645k)
Liveability: Wandsworth (68/100) is ahead of Richmond upon Thames (65/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Wandsworth has a stronger transport score — 46/100 vs 32/100. Wandsworth is more affordable at £615k median vs £645k.
The main gap is transport: Wandsworth scores 14 points higher.
Best for
Richmond upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Best for
Wandsworth
Wandsworth is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Richmond upon Thames vs Wandsworth: what the data says
Overall, Wandsworth scores higher on liveability (65/100 vs 68/100), reflecting a better combined picture across safety, transport, schools and environment.
Property in Wandsworth is more affordable — median price £615k vs £645k in Richmond upon Thames, a difference of around 5%. Over the past year prices changed +0.5% in Richmond upon Thames and -0.8% in Wandsworth.
Wandsworth has a lower crime rate (79 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 82 in Richmond upon Thames). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Wandsworth edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 46/100 vs 32/100).
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