Key differences
Crime rate /1k: Wandsworth (25) is ahead of Southwark (59)
Median price: Southwark (£518k) is ahead of Wandsworth (£644k)
Transport: Southwark (53/100) is ahead of Wandsworth (48/100)
Head-to-head comparison
The Verdict
Southwark has a stronger transport score — 53/100 vs 48/100. Southwark is more affordable at £518k median vs £644k.
The areas are closely matched — the decision comes down to specific streets and personal priorities.
Best for
Southwark
Southwark is the better pick for commuters prioritising fast central London access.
Best for
Wandsworth
Wandsworth suits buyers drawn to the specific character and amenities of this area.
Southwark vs Wandsworth: what the data says
Southwark and Wandsworth are closely matched on overall liveability — 69/100 vs 69/100 — so the choice comes down to which specific factors matter most to you.
Property in Southwark is more affordable — median price £518k vs £644k in Wandsworth, a difference of around 20%. Over the past year prices changed +3.5% in Southwark and +14.1% in Wandsworth.
Wandsworth has a lower crime rate (25 incidents per 1,000 residents vs 59 in Southwark). Central London boroughs typically show higher per-resident figures due to large daytime populations.
Southwark edges ahead on public transport connectivity (score 53/100 vs 48/100).
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