Abbey Wood vs Twickenham
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Abbey Wood | Twickenham |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Neighbourhood | Neighbourhood |
| Median price | £338k | £680k |
| Price change (YoY) | 1.2% | 11.5% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 74 | 51 |
| Schools | 10 | 25 |
| Good/Outstanding | 8 | 25 |
| Transport | Limited | Excellent |
| Population | 15,429 | 30,255 |
Abbey Wood
South-east London area boosted by Elizabeth Line, offering affordable homes near ancient woodland.
View full area guide →Twickenham
South-west London riverside town famous for rugby, with village character and riverside walks.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Abbey Wood or Twickenham?
Abbey Wood is more affordable with a median house price of £338k, compared to £680k in Twickenham.
Is Abbey Wood or Twickenham safer?
Twickenham has a lower crime rate at 51 per 1,000 residents, compared to 74 per 1,000 in Abbey Wood. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Abbey Wood or Twickenham?
Twickenham has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 80% in Abbey Wood. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Abbey Wood or Twickenham?
It depends on your priorities. Abbey Wood offers £338k median prices with limited transport, while Twickenham has £680k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.