Beaconsfield vs Henley-on-Thames
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Beaconsfield | Henley-on-Thames |
|---|---|---|
| Region | South East | South East |
| Type | Town | Town |
| Median price | £850k | £580k |
| Price change (YoY) | -12.5% | -12.0% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 26 | 26 |
| Schools | 7 | 8 |
| Good/Outstanding | 5 | 8 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 13,956 | 13,597 |
Beaconsfield
Prosperous Buckinghamshire market town with Old Town charm and Chiltern Hills walking.
View full area guide →Henley-on-Thames
Picturesque Oxfordshire river town famous for the Royal Regatta and Thames-side living.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Beaconsfield or Henley-on-Thames?
Henley-on-Thames is more affordable with a median house price of £580k, compared to £850k in Beaconsfield.
Is Beaconsfield or Henley-on-Thames safer?
Beaconsfield has a lower crime rate at 26 per 1,000 residents, compared to 26 per 1,000 in Henley-on-Thames. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Beaconsfield or Henley-on-Thames?
Henley-on-Thames has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 71% in Beaconsfield. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Beaconsfield or Henley-on-Thames?
It depends on your priorities. Beaconsfield offers £850k median prices with excellent transport, while Henley-on-Thames has £580k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.